Forward Deployed Engineer
Core
Build software for creative intelligence in paid advertising by embedding with client-facing pods to solve workflow problems in real-time.
Role type
Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE)
Builds
Custom client tooling, ad account integrations, and generalized creative testing features
Domain
Paid advertising, creative supply chain, statistical testing
Required skills
TypeScript, Next.js, modern React, backend development, LLM API integration (OpenAI/Anthropic/Gemini), client-facing communication
Preferred skills
Entrepreneurial mindset, prior founding experience, leadership experience
Technologies
TypeScript, Next.js, React, LLM APIs
Responsibilities
Embed with services pods to understand end-to-end workflows, decide between bespoke automation vs. core feature development, own end-to-end technical lifecycle for client deployments, translate field signals into product features, run own roadmap based on observed client needs
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC