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Forward Deployed Engineer

Full TimeRemoteTeam 11-50Since 2019Company SiteLinkedIn

Location

California

Posted

8 days ago

Salary

Not specified

Bachelor DegreeEnglish

Job Description

• Design, develop, and implement autonomy software for aerial autonomy, navigation, and real-time mapping. • Work with internal product teams to integrate new features and improve existing functionality. • Partner directly with customers and stakeholders, including in field testing and operational environments, to understand operational needs and deliver tailored solutions. • Improve and troubleshoot performance of deployed systems, providing rapid iteration in response to end-user feedback and on-site challenges. • Coordinate and execute field tests, demonstrations, and pilot programs in dynamic environments. • Serve as the technical liaison between product development and end-users, translating practical feedback into actionable roadmaps for the engineering org. • Champion best practices in code quality, security, and maintainability across the development lifecycle.

Job Requirements

  • Prior experience in a relevant role at the intersection of product engineering and operations.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Proficiency in developing robust, production-grade software.
  • Solid understanding of algorithms, data structures, and software design patterns.
  • Demonstrated experience with robotics (e.g. ROS), autonomous systems, and real-time data processing.
  • Familiarity with aerial platforms and associated hardware/software integrations (e.g., Ardupilot/PX4).
  • Comfort in both customer-facing and hands-on technical roles, adapting to varied, fast-paced environments.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse, cross-functional teams.

Benefits

  • Top-tier health, dental, vision, short-/long-term disability, and life insurance, with full employee coverage and partial coverage for dependents
  • Flexible/reasonable vacation and sick leave
  • 401(k) plans, FSA, HSA, and commuter benefits

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