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Forward Deployed Engineer

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$120,000–$210,000San Francisco, CA

Forward Deployed Engineer delivering customized AI-agent solutions for enterprise customers, from needs assessment through deployment and ongoing support.

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At a glance

Posted base pay

$120K–$210KBelow the median

The work

Builds what the customer runs

Balance

  1. Mostly building
  2. Mixed
  3. Mostly pre-sales or support

Project stages

  1. Pre-sales
  2. Proof of concept (not covered)
  3. Implementation
  4. Operations
Coding
Writes production code
Builds for
External customers
Level
Senior
Role
Technical lead

What they ask for

Experience

  • 6+ yearsbuilding complex technical projects in Python

Background

  • Software engineering

Tools

  • Python
  • Large Language Models
  • RAG
  • agentic workflows
  • fine-tuning
  • AWS
  • GCP
  • Azure
  • full-stack software development

Less common in FDE jobs

  • Covers pre-sales25%
  • Individual contributor or manager: Technical lead47%

Share of US FDE postings that state each fact.

The job description from Qurrent

About Qurrent

Qurrent is pioneering the future of work. Founded in 2023 and headquartered in San Francisco, we build fully managed, autonomous digital workforces that take ownership of complex operations end-to-end.

Our customers — including leading enterprises across finance, supply chain, legal, and property management — trust us to run critical workflows like invoice-to-cash, dispute resolution, vendor payments, and procurement.

Our mission is to evolve the nature of work and we're looking for people who want to be part of building something that's categorically different from anything else in the AI landscape.

We're backed by Big Four audit credibility, real cost reduction proof points, and a product that's already in motion. Now we need someone to build the enterprise pipeline that gets us in front of the right buyers, at the right accounts, at the right time.

Forward Deployed Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled and results-driven Forward Deployed Engineer to join our growing team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in delivering customized AI-agent solutions to our customers. You will collaborate closely with customers to understand their specific needs and challenges, then design, implement, and deliver AI solutions that exceed expectations.

Responsibilities:

  • Leverage cutting-edge LLMs to build reliable systems of multi-AI agent workflows in companies
  • Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of AI solution delivery, from initial customer needs assessment to successful deployment and ongoing support.
  • Write Python applications that will deliver on project requirements documents, ensuring all deliverables are met on time and within budget.
  • Partner with customers to identify and re-engineer business processes for optimization through AI integration, leveraging Qurrent’s advanced Operating System.
  • Utilize your expertise in AI tools and Large Language Models (LLMs) to create and develop bespoke AI solutions as part of Qurrent’s engineering team.
  • Develop and present demos for presales meetings to effectively communicate the potential of Qurrent’s solutions.
  • Convey customer insights, driving continuous improvement of Qurrent’s Operating System.

Qualifications:

  • 6+ years of experience in building complex technical projects in Python, preferably within the AI or related technology sectors.
  • Technical and conversational fluency in AI, LLMs, Machine Learning and at least one of the major clouds (AWS, GCP, Azure)
  • Strong understanding of AI concepts, particularly in the use of Large Language Models (LLMs) and other AI techniques including RAG, agentic workflows, fine tuning, or other LLM-based tools
  • Proficiency in process mapping and process re-engineering, with a passion for optimizing and re-imagining workflows.
  • Proficiency in full-stack software development, and/or willingness to learn new technologies and frameworks.
  • Experience putting ML/AI into production, and ability to talk through best practices and pitfalls.
  • Experience in creating effective demos and presentations for pre-sales engagements.
  • Demonstrated track record of delivering projects that exceed customer expectations.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and results-oriented approach
  • Strong consultative and communication skills, and the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.

What We Offer:

  • Innovation: Be at the forefront of the AI revolution, shaping the future of enterprise applications.
  • Environment: A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your ideas are valued.
  • Compensation: Competitive compensation package, with significant equity upside.
  • Projects: The chance to work on challenging and rewarding projects with a talented and passionate team.
  • Growth: Continuous learning and development opportunities within a supportive and established network.

Qurrent offers excellent benefits, competitive compensation packages and generous equity plans. The base salary pay range for this role is $120,000 - 210,000 USD. Qurrent is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Pay and conditions

Posted pay
$120,000–$210,000
Pay details

Qurrent offers excellent benefits, competitive compensation packages and generous equity plans. The base salary pay range for this role is $120,000 - 210,000 USD. Qurrent is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Location
San Francisco, CA
Experience requirements
  • 6+ years: building complex technical projects in Python (required)