Director, Forward Deployed Engineering
Core
Lead a forward-deployed engineering team to build and deliver production AI systems for clients using LLMs and agentic patterns.
Role type
Senior engineering leader (Director)
Builds
Production AI systems, agentic workflows, and reusable engineering patterns for client engagements
Domain
AI/ML consulting and professional services
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
LLMs and agentic patterns, Python or TypeScript, API design, CI/CD, cloud fundamentals, client-facing delivery, team leadership
Preferred skills
Anthropic API, Model Context Protocol, AI governance, data science background, consulting environment experience
Technologies
Claude Code, Claude Cowork, Anthropic API, Model Context Protocol, Azure, AWS, GCP
Responsibilities
Hire, coach, and grow forward deployed engineers; Own delivery scope, quality, and timelines across client engagements; Run demos and architecture sessions with clients; Prototype and review designs for agentic workflows; Build reusable patterns and playbooks; Collaborate with data and cloud teams to deliver end-to-end outcomes
Seniority
Director, hands-on IC with leadership
