> 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/6a18268d0bd57ccf Qurrent posts a FDE role to build what the customer runs in San Francisco, CA, at $120,000–$210,000 base, below the senior FDE median of $190,000 across 1,868 postings with pay. Forward Deployed Engineer delivering customized AI-agent solutions for enterprise customers, from needs assessment through deployment and ongoing support. Read from the employer’s posting on November 9, 2026. - [Qurrent](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/qurrent) First seen Oct 4, 2026 · open on Rippling as of Nov 9, 2026 **$120,000–$210,000** + equity San Francisco, CA Forward Deployed Engineer delivering customized AI-agent solutions for enterprise customers, from needs assessment through deployment and ongoing support. - [See roles that fit me](https://nextmove.md/sign-up?from=%2Ffde%2Fjobs%2F6a18268d0bd57ccf&placement=top) - [View posting at Qurrent](https://ats.rippling.com/qurrent/jobs/5d0ea6e1-6ae4-408a-a5d3-50bec62edfdd) 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 $120K–$210K Below the median Midpoint $165K · median $190K This job $120K to $210K. Senior FDE postings, 1,868 postings: the middle 50% of posted pay is $160K to $220K, median $190K. ### The work Builds what the customer runs Balance **Mostly building** 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+ years** building complex technical projects in Python Background - **Software engineering** ### Do you meet what the posting states? The posting asks for 6+ years. How many do you have? The posting reads as a senior role. What level are you at now? The job is in San Francisco, 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**: San Francisco, CA - **Pay**: ## More like this [Sia](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/sia) ### [Manager, Forward Deployed Engineer](https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs/183bfa468750c967) San Francisco, CA · New York, NY · +8 more Hybrid 2w ago $150,000–$180,000 [Selector](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/selector) ### [Senior Software/Solutions Engineer](https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs/99e7475abc057601) Santa Clara, CA New · 5d ago $150,000–$185,000 [Sift](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/sift) ### [Forward Deployed Engineer](https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs/ad72b237f4fa55ef) San Francisco, CA · Los Angeles, CA Hybrid 3mo ago $125,000–$175,000 ## 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.* [View posting at Qurrent](https://ats.rippling.com/qurrent/jobs/5d0ea6e1-6ae4-408a-a5d3-50bec62edfdd) ## Similar jobs [PhysicsX](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/physicsx) ### [Machine Learning Engineer](https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs/57f18e0ae9d2cebe) San Francisco, CA Hybrid 5mo ago $150,000–$190,000 [Blue Matter](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/blue-matter) ### [AI Engineer / Senior AI Engineer](https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs/3b3fb597face2eac) South San Francisco, CA 2w ago $120,000–$170,000 [ZoomLogi](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/zoomlogi) ### [Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE)](https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs/de7be575ac756d49) Chicago, IL · San Francisco, CA Hybrid 3mo ago $150,000–$200,000 [SpaceX](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/spacex) ### [Operations Engineer (Starshield Products)](https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs/37db35ee2b38bbf5) Palo Alto, CA 2w ago $110,000–$175,000 [Uare.ai](https://nextmove.md/fde/companies/uare-ai) ### [Forward Deployed Engineer (U.S. Government / IL5)](https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs/b4730e997dcec701) San Francisco, CA · Los Altos, CA On-site 2w ago $130,000–$170,000 - [Compare senior FDE salary ranges](https://nextmove.md/fde/salary/senior) - [Similar jobs in SF Bay Area](https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs?region=sf-bay-area) - [Similar jobs that build what the customer runs](https://nextmove.md/fde/jobs?role=builds-for-customers) Hiring at Qurrent and want this page changed or removed? 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