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# Staff Forward Deployed Engineer

Canonical URL: https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs/55ab1cb03c40426b

Analog Devices posts a staff FDE role to build what the customer runs in San Jose, CA and 1 more, at $197,800–$271,975 base, level with the staff+ FDE median of $225,000 across 388 postings with pay. Embeds with strategic customers to architect, build, and deploy production AI and edge-software solutions in complex enterprise environments. Read from the employer’s posting on November 8, 2026.

- [Analog Devices](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/analog-devices)

First seen Oct 29, 2026 · open on Workday as of Nov 8, 2026

**$197,800–$271,975** *annualized* San Jose, CA +1

Embeds with strategic customers to architect, build, and deploy production AI and edge-software solutions in complex enterprise environments.

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## At a glance

### Posted base pay

$198K–$272K Level with the median

Midpoint $235K · median $225K

This job $198K to $272K. Staff+ FDE postings, 388 postings: the middle 50% of posted pay is $197K to $262K, median $225K.

### 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 (not covered)

Travel **Up to 10%**

- **Coding**: Writes production code

- **Builds for**: External customers

- **Level**: Staff+

- **Role**: Technical lead

### What they ask for

Experience

- **10+ years** building production software

Background

- **Software engineering**

### Do you meet what the posting states?

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## Conditions

- **Location**: San Jose, CA · Boston, MA

- **Travel**: Up to 10%

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## The job description from Analog Devices

### About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

### Staff Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE)

Analog Devices | Customer-embedded, AI/SW-centric applications engineering

### Role overview

A hybrid software engineer and technical consultant who embeds within a strategic customer to implement, customize, and scale ADI's AI and edge technology into their real-world infrastructure.

### Key responsibilities

- Write production-grade code: custom data pipelines, API integrations, and MLOps/AI workflows
- Embed on-site with clients, partnering across CSG, VBU, SDP, and Edge AI teams
- Frame customer problems and own the architecture that solves them
- Drive rapid iteration and field learning to deliver measurable customer outcomes
- Produce reusable, ADI-owned assets that create defensible wedges

### Required qualifications

- BS/MS in CS, EE, or related; 10+ years building production software
- Strong Python plus experience with data pipelines, APIs, and MLOps/AI workflows
- Comfort deploying and debugging on-site in complex enterprise environments
- Excellent communication; able to translate customer needs into architecture
- Willingness to travel and embed with strategic clients

### Preferred

Edge AI, LLM/agentic systems, or signal-processing background

Prior forward-deployed, field, or solutions-engineering experience

*For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.*

*Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.*

*EEO is the Law: Notice of Applicant Rights Under the Law.*

Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days

The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $197,800 to $271,975.

- Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
- This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.
- This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, **holidays, and sick time**, and other benefits.

[View posting at Analog Devices](https://analogdevices.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/US-CA-San-Jose-Rio-Robles/Staff-Forward-Deployed-Engineer_R266927)

## About Analog Devices

Designs analog, mixed-signal, power, RF and edge-processing semiconductors that convert real-world signals into digital intelligence for industrial, automotive and communications systems.

Public · 5000+ people

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