Forward Deployed Engineer
CodefeastAbout the role
Forward Deployed Engineer – AI & Data Systems
Experience: 3–8 Years
Job Type: Contractor
Location: Remote
Compensation: $40–$60/hour
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) to build and deploy technical solutions that connect AI/LLM systems, data workflows, and production applications. The role combines strong software engineering skills with hands-on problem solving and close collaboration with technical and business stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Design and deploy AI-powered applications and technical solutions.
Build backend services, APIs, integrations, and data workflows.
Develop production-quality solutions primarily using Python and SQL.
Integrate LLMs, AI models, databases, and external APIs into applications.
Work directly with stakeholders to understand requirements and convert them into technical solutions.
Key Requirements
3–8 years of experience in Software Engineering, AI Engineering, Data Engineering, or related roles.
Strong proficiency in Python and SQL.
Experience building APIs, backend services, and data pipelines/workflows.
Understanding of LLMs, AI/ML systems, and modern AI applications.
Strong knowledge of databases and data integration.
Experience deploying applications in cloud environments.
Responsibilities
- Design and deploy AI-powered applications and technical solutions.
- Build backend services, APIs, integrations, and data workflows.
- Develop production-quality solutions primarily using Python and SQL.
- Integrate LLMs, AI models, databases, and external APIs into applications.
- Work directly with stakeholders to understand requirements and convert them into technical solutions.
Qualifications
- 3–8 years of experience in Software Engineering, AI Engineering, Data Engineering, or related roles.
- Strong proficiency in Python and SQL.
- Experience building APIs, backend services, and data pipelines/workflows.
- Understanding of LLMs, AI/ML systems, and modern AI applications.
- Strong knowledge of databases and data integration.
- Experience deploying applications in cloud environments.
Skills mentioned
About Codefeast
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