Forward Deployed Engineer (m/f/x)
Core
Embed with client teams to observe workflows, diagnose bottlenecks, and rapidly prototype and deploy custom software, integrations, and automations directly in the client's environment.
Role type
Forward Deployed Full-Stack Engineer (Agentic Engineering)
Builds
Internal tools, integrations, automations, and data pipelines for clients
Domain
Digital Agency / Client-Facing Software Development (via careerplan.io/jobs/96000b21-b596-468b-8d93-a334e27a6aec-forward-deployed-engineer-mfx-at-virtual-identity)
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Full-stack engineering, Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), API integration, Automation, Agentic engineering, Rapid prototyping, Stakeholder communication
Preferred skills
Agency/consultancy experience, UX research collaboration, Enterprise integration patterns, Legacy system modernization, Building agentic systems for clients
Technologies
AWS, Azure, GCP
Responsibilities
Embed with client teams to observe workflows and identify impact areas; Rapidly prototype and deploy solutions in client environments; Translate messy requirements into working code; Own the full loop from build to user feedback; Design workflows leveraging agents as core solutions; Transition prototypes to scalable production systems; Navigate client infrastructure and security constraints; Act as trusted technical voice in client conversations.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
