Forward Deployed Engineer
AI summary of the role
Forward Deployed Engineer works at the intersection of product, engineering, and military customers to design and deliver end-to-end capabilities for real missions.
What you’ll do
- Work shoulder to shoulder with military customers
- Design and deliver end-to-end capabilities for real missions
- Engage directly with end-users to understand mission needs
- Conduct user testing and incorporate product feedback
What you’ll bring
- 3+ years in technical role combining software engineering and customer-facing functions with full-stack focus
- Experience engaging end-users for mission needs and feedback
- Strong technical knowledge in distributed systems, autonomy, data pipelines, edge software
- Ability to integrate with government systems (IdAM, SIEM, CDS)
Technologies
Golang · Python · React · REST · gRPC · GraphQL · MQTT · Docker · K3s · CoT · STANAG · TAK
About Picogrid
Open-systems integration platform connecting fragmented sensors, drones, and command systems for rapid battlefield decision-making across land, sea, air, and space.
Seed · 50–100 people
Source and classification
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Who we are Picogrid is a leading venture-backed defense technology company founded to bridge the decades-long gap between modern technology and the critical demands of national security. Today, we're building the essential infrastructure to unify sensors, autonomy, and operators with our technology deployed in active operations around the world. Our mission is to deliver an operational advantage to secure the United States and its allies. About the Role Picogrid is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer to operate at the intersection of product, engineering, and the customer. You will be responsible for working shoulder to shoulder with military customers to design and deliver the end-to-end capabilities for real missions. Required Qualifications 3+ years of experience in a technical role combining Software Engineering with customer-facing functions (Solutions Engineering, Sales
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Who we are Picogrid is a leading venture-backed defense technology company founded to bridge the decades-long gap between modern technology and the critical demands of national security. Today, we're building the essential infrastructure to unify sensors, autonomy, and operators with our technology deployed in active operations around the world. Our mission is to deliver an operational advantage to secure the United States and its allies. About the Role Picogrid is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer to operate at the intersection of product, engineering, and the customer. You will be responsible for working shoulder to shoulder with military customers to design and deliver the end-to-end capabilities for real missions. Required Qualifications 3+ years of experience in a technical role combining Software Engineering with customer-facing functions (Solutions Engineering, Sales Engineering, or Developer Relations) with a focus on Full-stack Development. Proven experience engaging directly with end-users to understand mission needs, conduct valuable user testing, and incorporate product feedback. Exceptional communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with strong technical knowledge in distributed systems, autonomy platforms, data pipelines, and edge software. Demonstrated ability to integrate with complex government software systems, including data platforms, [... source excerpt omitted ...] working in-office and a fully stocked kitchenette Free EV charging at the HQ Unique office in El Segundo, CA stocked with quality coffee, snacks, and craft beer Export Control Requirements To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Picogrid is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are
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