THE OPPORTUNITY

Several fast-growing AI and fintech companies are building Forward Deployed Engineering teams to turn complex customer problems into deployed, production-grade solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Embed with enterprise customers to understand workflows, technical constraints and measurable business outcomes.
• Prototype, build and deploy tailored solutions using the core product platform, APIs and customer data.
• Own pilots and production rollouts end-to-end, including scoping, architecture, implementation and adoption.
• Translate field learning into reusable product capabilities and clear feedback for engineering and product teams.
• Communicate credibly with engineers, operators and senior customer stakeholders.
• Travel to customer sites when necessary to unblock deployment and accelerate value delivery.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Strong hands-on software engineering ability, ideally in Python, TypeScript or another production language.
• Experience delivering technical solutions directly with customers or internal business stakeholders.
• Excellent problem decomposition, product judgment and comfort with ambiguous environments.
• Ability to build prototypes quickly and convert successful prototypes into maintainable systems.
• High ownership, concise communication and willingness to be accountable for customer outcomes.
• Availability to work in San Francisco and travel periodically.

PREFERRED BUT NOT ESSENTIAL

• Prior FDE, solutions engineering, consulting engineering or technical implementation experience.
• Experience with AI agents, LLM orchestration, data pipelines or regulated industries.
• Founder, early-stage employee or substantial 01 project experience.

APPLICATION PROCESS

W3 Sourcing is representing several confidential employers for this role family. Applications will be reviewed against the most relevant active mandate. Employer identity and full role-specific details will be shared with suitable candidates during the recruiter screening process.

To apply: send your CV to perry@w3sourcing.com or contact linkedin.com/in/perrybarrow/ w3sourcing.com/jobs

Equal opportunity: Applications are welcomed from qualified candidates of all backgrounds. Eligibility to work in the stated location and any sponsorship availability will depend on the specific employer.