> AI agents: this is one page of Nextmove’s FDE site, in Markdown. Nextmove is a job board and free career service for forward deployed engineers (FDEs). Each posting is classified from its text, not its title: the kind of work, how much of it is production code, pre-sales weight, time at customer sites, travel, remote arrangement, level and posted base pay. The site also publishes the aggregates: median pay by level, metro, company and kind of work, and which companies started hiring FDEs each week. Every page under https://nextmove.md/fde is served this way; the index of pages is https://nextmove.md/llms.txt. # Forward Deployed Engineer Canonical URL: https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs/3304faee4301116d AnySignal posts a FDE role to build what the customer runs in Los Angeles, CA, at $130,000–$200,000 base, above the mid-level FDE median of $149,000 across 106 postings with pay. Installs and supports embedded devices at customer sites, integrating RF technologies and managing SDR data flows for advanced space missions. Read from the employer’s posting on November 8, 2026. - [AnySignal](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/anysignal) Posted Oct 28, 2025 by AnySignal · open on Ashby as of Nov 8, 2026 **$130,000–$200,000** + equity Los Angeles, CA On-site Full-time Installs and supports embedded devices at customer sites, integrating RF technologies and managing SDR data flows for advanced space missions. - [See roles that fit me](https://nextmove.md/sign-up?from=%2Ffde%2Fjobs%2F3304faee4301116d&placement=top) - [View posting at AnySignal](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/anysignal/fbc7d79d-a67a-4bab-978a-168ac1957196/application) Free. Upload your resume once, see why each FDE role fits, and get introduced only when you say so. ## At a glance ### Posted base pay $130K–$200K Above the median Midpoint $165K · median $149K This job $130K to $200K. Mid-level FDE postings, 106 postings: the middle 50% of posted pay is $123K to $162K, median $149K. ### The work Builds what the customer runs Balance **Mostly building** Project stages 1. Pre-sales (not covered) 2. Proof of concept (not covered) 3. Implementation 4. Operations - **Coding**: Writes production code - **Builds for**: External customers - **Level**: Mid - **Role**: Individual contributor ### What they ask for Experience - **4+ years** developing software for Linux-based systems *Preferred* Background - **Software engineering** ### Do you meet what the posting states? The posting reads as a mid-level role. What level are you at now? The job is in Los Angeles, CA. Could you work there? Which of these have you used in production? Answer each one. Nothing is saved or sent. [What postings ask for, by background →](https://nextmove.md/fde/paths) ## Conditions - **Location**: Los Angeles, CA - **Work arrangement**: On-site - **Employment type**: Full-time - **Pay**: ## More like this [Sift](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/sift) ### [Application Software Engineer](https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs/14809e80210a38c9) San Francisco, CA · Los Angeles, CA Hybrid 3mo ago $125,000–$175,000 [Anduril](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/anduril) ### [Mission Software Engineer, EW](https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs/3c1ebbc33939cd4e) Costa Mesa, CA 4mo ago $166,000–$220,000 [EY](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/ey) ### [EY-Parthenon - Strategy and Execution - Growth Platforms - Software Engineer - Sr Assoc/Consultant](https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs/db242f263e15ea06) New York, NY · Atlanta, GA · +12 more Hybrid 2mo ago $130,000–$185,000 ## The job description from AnySignal Posted by AnySignal on Oct 28, 2025 ### Company AnySignal is developing the next generation of RF products and services for some of the most demanding space and defense missions. We’re building a flexible, high-performance platform that’s easy to deploy, monitor, and scale, enabling customers to bring advanced radio technologies to life faster than ever before. ### The Role We are looking for a versatile Forward Deployed Engineer to join our team. This role is a hybrid of network, customer success, forward deployment, embedded systems, and software engineering. You will play a critical role in installing embedded devices at customer sites to facilitate advanced space missions, managing data flow through software-defined radios (SDRs), and ensuring robust performance of network systems. ### Responsibilities - Install and configure embedded devices at customer sites. - Provide technical support and guidance to customers during installation and deployment processes. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of RF technologies with customer systems. - Develop and maintain networking protocols and software for embedded Linux, cloud, and lab environments. - Ensure the reliability and performance of network systems in terrestrial and space applications. - Implement and manage containerized services for network operations. - Provide feedback on architecture, design, and code to ensure software systems meet requirements. - Contribute to the instrumentation and optimization of communication software. ### Preferred Qualifications - 4+ years of experience in developing software for Linux-based systems. - Expertise in C++, C, and/or Python. - Experience with GNURadio. - Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP, UDP, etc.). - Experience with software-defined radios (SDRs) and RF technologies. - Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.). - Proven ability to write production-quality code. - Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact with customers and cross-functional teams effectively. - Knowledge of digital signal processing and embedded systems. - Formal education in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. ### Compensation Expected Base Salary Range: $130-200k In order to comply with the space technology export rules of the U.S. Government, such as the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), it is necessary to be a U.S. citizen, a lawful U.S. permanent resident, a protected individual as specified by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or possess eligibility to secure the necessary authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. For additional information on ITAR, please seek further details. ### Equal Opportunity & Accessibility AnySignal is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at careers@anysignal.com. We are committed to providing an accessible hiring process for all candidates. AnySignal is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. 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