Lead Forward Deployed Engineer
Core
Senior individual contributor embedding with Investment Management Group and Finance to architect, build, and validate AI-enabled production solutions, replacing high-risk legacy tools, and modernizing workflows.
Role type
Senior IC Lead Forward Deployed Engineer (AI/ML focus)
Builds
AI-enabled applications, automations, and redesigned workflows for portfolio management, trading, and quantitative research
Domain
Investment Management / Financial Services
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Python, AI/ML, prompt engineering, RAG, human-in-the-loop controls, legacy modernization (Excel/VBA/SQL/Tableau), cloud platforms, CI/CD, software architecture
Preferred skills
Agent workflows, optimization, data engineering, solution evaluation frameworks
Technologies
Python, AI platforms, cloud data platforms, CI/CD tools, SQL, Tableau, Excel, Access
Responsibilities
Embed with business partners to understand workflows and prioritize opportunities; Architect and build AI solutions from experimentation to MVP; Lead migration of high-risk legacy tools to governed environments; Establish scalable engineering patterns for AI; Mentor engineers and set technical direction; Partner with leadership to communicate value and shape engineering practices
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship