Manager, Forward Deployed Engineering
Core
Lead a high-performing team of Forward Deployed Engineers and AI Engineers to deliver mission-critical data migrations, legacy modernization, and generative AI solutions for ASX100 enterprises in Australia.
Role type
Manager, Forward Deployed Engineering (People Leader & Technical Strategist)
Builds
Large-scale data migrations, legacy modernization programs, and cutting-edge generative AI/MLOps/AI agent deployments for strategic enterprise accounts.
Domain
Data & AI (Lakehouse, Cloud Migrations, Generative AI)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | client delivery
Required skills
People leadership, technical solutions architecture, data platform migrations, executive stakeholder management, team scaling, technical coaching
Preferred skills
Databricks, Apache Spark, MLflow, Delta Lake, modern data/AI ecosystem
Technologies
Databricks, Apache Spark, MLflow, Delta Lake
Responsibilities
Drive regional performance targets (utilization, growth, hiring); Lead high-stakes enterprise engagements with Account Executives and Field Engineering; Establish delivery governance and operational rigor; Act as executive escalation point for critical customer situations; Develop and retain exceptional technical talent through mentorship.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC leadership
