Forward Deployed Engineer

About the roleAs a Forward Deployed Engineer at entangl, you will serve as a critical bridge between our engineering capabilities and our clients' unique challenges. You'll work directly on-site (or virtually, when needed) with strategic customers to deeply understand their business problems, architect and implement custom solutions on our platform, and ensure that our technology is perfectly aligned with their operational needs. This role offers a unique blend of hands-on coding, creative problem-solving, and customer engagement"”ideal for engineers who enjoy a fast-paced, impactful environment.Key ResponsibilitiesCustomer Engagement & Discovery:Embed with client teams to gather in-depth technical requirements and business objectives.Serve as a trusted advisor by translating complex challenges into actionable technical solutions.Solution Design & Implementation:Architect, develop, and deploy custom full-stack solutions using entangl's platform.Iterate rapidly on proof-of-concept prototypes to validate approaches before full-scale production deployments.Technical Collaboration:Work side-by-side with client technical teams to integrate and optimize data pipelines, workflows, and system configurations.Collaborate with internal teams to refine and scale our solutions.Feedback & Continuous Improvement:Provide actionable insights and customer feedback to drive product enhancements.Contribute to internal knowledge bases and codify best practices to strengthen the Forward Deployed Engineering function at entangl.Operational Excellence:Ensure that solutions adhere to rigorous software engineering principles, maintainability standards, and are scalable across diverse client environments.Participate in code reviews, testing, and production support to guarantee a seamless customer experience.What You'll BringProven Engineering Expertise:Proficiency in full-stack development; strong skills in at least one of the following: Python, Java, Svelte, or TypeScript/JavaScript.Solid experience with data integration, API development, and modern web frameworks (e.g., React, Svelte).Customer-Focused Mindset:Demonstrated success in customer-facing roles, with the ability to empathize with clients and rapidly translate their needs into technical solutions.Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a knack for explaining complex concepts in clear, accessible terms.Adaptive & Autonomous:Comfortable working in environments with shifting priorities and emerging challenges.A proactive, bias-for-action attitude and a willingness to work on-site with clients (up to 50% travel).Innovative Problem-Solving:Ability to design creative, scalable solutions while leveraging existing tools and platforms"”no need to reinvent the wheel for each engagement.Prior experience working on projects that required rapid prototyping and iterative development is highly desirable.Bonus Qualifications:Background in startup environments or prior experience as an early engineer where you built products from scratch.What We OfferCompetitive Compensation:Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401k, and more.Flexible Work Environment:Hybrid work model with opportunities for on-site engagement, flexible scheduling, and relocation assistance as needed.Growth & Development:Continuous opportunities to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills through challenging projects and mentoring programs.Impactful Work:Work directly on high-impact projects that drive real business outcomes and transform how organizations leverage data to make critical decisions.What Makes a Good Application?1. Dont use ChatGPT.2. Tell me about the most extraordinary thing youve worked on.3. How hard did you work on it? Would you do it again?4. Dont apply to every open role.5. Keep your message brief. Include links to your portfolio, github, or equivalent.I respond within 24 hours to all (good) applications submitted through our job postings that follow these steps.About the interview10 minute call with CEO30 minute call with founding team1 week pilot projectAbout EntanglEntangl, a Y Combinator backed startup, uses AI to detect and automatically resolve issues in data center engineering and operations, ensuring efficiency and uptime.

Created: 2025-03-07