Forward Deployed Engineer - Irvine, CA

Field AI is transforming how robots interact with the real world. We are building risk-aware, reliable, and field-ready AI systems that address the most complex challenges in robotics, unlocking the full potential of embodied intelligence. We go beyond typical data-driven approaches or pure transformer-based architectures, and are charting a new course, with already-globally-deployed solutions delivering real-world results and rapidly improving models through real-field applications. About the Job As a Forward Deployed Engineer at Field AI, you’ll be at the forefront of bringing our autonomous systems to life in the real world, owning deployment, integration, and ongoing performance in the field. This role is equal parts engineering and problem-solving. You’ll work hands-on with both customers and our internal teams to ensure successful operations, rapidly incorporate field feedback to improve reliability and performance, and drive adoption so our systems become mission-critical from day one. If you thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments and want to see your work directly enable the future of autonomy, this is the role where you’ll make it happen. What You’ll Get To Do 1. Field Deployment & Operations Lead the end-to-end deployment of autonomous systems in customer environments. Ensure systems are configured, tested, and operational under real-world conditions. T [... source excerpt omitted ...] ement. Work closely with product and engineering teams to drive enhancements into the core system. Implement monitoring and diagnostic tools to ensure sustained reliability. 3. Customer Enablement & Adoption Partner with customer teams to train and support operators in achieving operational readiness. Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable workflows. Act as a trusted advisor to accelerate adoption and long-term value realization. 4. Cross-Functional Collaboration Serve as the voice of the customer, bringing field insights back to engineering and product teams. Collaborate across software, hardware, and AI research groups to deliver integrated solutio [... source excerpt omitted ...] aining mission-critical systems in real-world environments. Experience using Jira or Wrike or Confluence or other program management software tools Ability to work directly with customers in high-stakes, fast-paced settings, translating needs into technical solutions. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users. Willingness to travel and work on-site with customers as needed. Compensation and Benefits Our salary range is between ($70,000 - $300,000 annual), but we take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining final salary; base pay offered may vary considerably depending on geograph