Forward Deployed AI Engineer
Dallas, TX · On-site
This role operates much like a hands-on AI startup technical leader--taking concepts from problem decomposition and prototyping all the way to robust, scalable field deployment. Core Responsibilities
Dallas, TX · On-site
This role operates much like a hands-on AI startup technical leader--taking concepts from problem decomposition and prototyping all the way to robust, scalable field deployment. Core Responsibilities
Dallas, TX · On-site
This role operates much like a hands-on AI startup technical leader--taking concepts from problem decomposition and prototyping all the way to robust, scalable field deployment. Core Responsibilities
Dallas, TX · On-site
$103K - $142K/yr
The Opportunity A fast-growing, venture-backed AI startup is building autonomous AI systems that help businesses automate complex work. With strong early customer traction and recent funding, the ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$103K - $142K/yr
The Opportunity A fast-growing, venture-backed AI startup is building autonomous AI systems that help businesses automate complex work. With strong early customer traction and recent funding, the ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$103K - $142K/yr
The Opportunity A fast-growing, venture-backed AI startup is building autonomous AI systems that help businesses automate complex work. With strong early customer traction and recent funding, the ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$103K - $142K/yr
The Opportunity A fast-growing, venture-backed AI startup is building autonomous AI systems that help businesses automate complex work. With strong early customer traction and recent funding, the ...
Austin, TX · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
... AI startup. Key Responsibilities Implementation & Delivery Leadership * Oversee all planning, execution and delivery of solutions using the Autonomize AI Platform across all enterprise customers ...
Austin, TX · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
... AI startup. Key Responsibilities Implementation & Delivery Leadership * Oversee all planning, execution and delivery of solutions using the Autonomize AI Platform across all enterprise customers ...
This role operates much like a hands-on AI startup technical leader-taking concepts from problem decomposition, data integration, and prototyping all the way to robust, scalable field deployment ...
This role operates much like a hands-on AI startup technical leader-taking concepts from problem decomposition, data integration, and prototyping all the way to robust, scalable field deployment ...
Austin, TX · Hybrid
$20 - $25/hr
About the Role You'll join a small marketing team at a fast-moving AI startup where you'll be exposed to a broad range of marketing disciplines and have autonomy to get things done. One day you're ...
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Austin, TX · Hybrid
$20 - $25/hr
About the Role You'll join a small marketing team at a fast-moving AI startup where you'll be exposed to a broad range of marketing disciplines and have autonomy to get things done. One day you're ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$130 - $180/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
... AI startup. Key Responsibilities Implementation & Delivery Leadership * Oversee all planning, execution and delivery of solutions using the Autonomize AI Platform across all enterprise customers ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$130 - $180/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
... AI startup. Key Responsibilities Implementation & Delivery Leadership * Oversee all planning, execution and delivery of solutions using the Autonomize AI Platform across all enterprise customers ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$120 - $160/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
... AI startup. Key Responsibilities Implementation & Delivery Leadership * Oversee all planning, execution and delivery of solutions using the Autonomize AI Platform across all enterprise customers ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$120 - $160/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
... AI startup. Key Responsibilities Implementation & Delivery Leadership * Oversee all planning, execution and delivery of solutions using the Autonomize AI Platform across all enterprise customers ...
Frisco, TX · Hybrid
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This team was formed from Thomson Reuters' acquisition of the AI startup Materia and combines the agility of a startup with the resources of a global leader. You'll manage a team of engineers ...
Frisco, TX · Hybrid
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This team was formed from Thomson Reuters' acquisition of the AI startup Materia and combines the agility of a startup with the resources of a global leader. You'll manage a team of engineers ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$150/day
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Voice AI startup Giga raises $61M Series A * DoorDash and Giga Partnership Giga builds AI agents trusted by the largest B2C companies in the world. Industry leaders like DoorDash trust Giga with ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$150/day
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Voice AI startup Giga raises $61M Series A * DoorDash and Giga Partnership Giga builds AI agents trusted by the largest B2C companies in the world. Industry leaders like DoorDash trust Giga with ...
Frisco, TX · Hybrid
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This team was formed from Thomson Reuters' acquisition of the AI startup Materia and combines the agility of a startup with the resources of a global leader. You'll manage a team of engineers ...
Frisco, TX · Hybrid
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This team was formed from Thomson Reuters' acquisition of the AI startup Materia and combines the agility of a startup with the resources of a global leader. You'll manage a team of engineers ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$150/day
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Voice AI startup Giga raises $61M Series A * DoorDash and Giga Partnership Giga builds AI agents trusted by the largest B2C companies in the world. Industry leaders like DoorDash trust Giga with ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$150/day
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Voice AI startup Giga raises $61M Series A * DoorDash and Giga Partnership Giga builds AI agents trusted by the largest B2C companies in the world. Industry leaders like DoorDash trust Giga with ...
This is a pre-seed stage startup with a working prototype (wearable → gameplay loop), and now I'm ... AI-driven experiences What you'll be responsible for beyond code: * Shaping product direction and ...
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This is a pre-seed stage startup with a working prototype (wearable → gameplay loop), and now I'm ... AI-driven experiences What you'll be responsible for beyond code: * Shaping product direction and ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$120 - $160/hr
Understands capital efficiency and startup constraints * Moves fast while staying pragmatic * Focuses on impact rather than perfection AI‑First Engineering Mindset * Practical experience using AI ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$120 - $160/hr
Understands capital efficiency and startup constraints * Moves fast while staying pragmatic * Focuses on impact rather than perfection AI‑First Engineering Mindset * Practical experience using AI ...
Austin, TX · On-site +1
Customer Success Representative AutoHDR is the fastest growing AI startup in real estate media. We train custom image editing models for real estate, and are currently editing 25% of all US real ...
Austin, TX · On-site +1
Customer Success Representative AutoHDR is the fastest growing AI startup in real estate media. We train custom image editing models for real estate, and are currently editing 25% of all US real ...
... AI, operations, market research, and growth-focused workstreams. THE ROLE As a Startup Strategy ... Research Analyst, you will help identify promising markets, companies, products, operators, and ...
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... AI, operations, market research, and growth-focused workstreams. THE ROLE As a Startup Strategy ... Research Analyst, you will help identify promising markets, companies, products, operators, and ...
... AI, operations, market research, and growth-focused workstreams. THE ROLE As a Startup Strategy ... Research Analyst, you will help identify promising markets, companies, products, operators, and ...
Quick apply
... AI, operations, market research, and growth-focused workstreams. THE ROLE As a Startup Strategy ... Research Analyst, you will help identify promising markets, companies, products, operators, and ...
Frisco, TX · Hybrid
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Innovate in a Startup-Like Environment Be part of a fast-moving, forward-thinking group that is creating AI-driven software for accounting professionals. You'll work with top AI and software ...
Frisco, TX · Hybrid
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Innovate in a Startup-Like Environment Be part of a fast-moving, forward-thinking group that is creating AI-driven software for accounting professionals. You'll work with top AI and software ...
Frisco, TX · On-site
$100 - $140/hr
Retirement
PTO
Innovate in a Startup-Like Environment Be part of a fast-moving, forward-thinking group that is creating AI-driven software for accounting professionals. You'll work with top AI and software ...
Frisco, TX · On-site
$100 - $140/hr
Retirement
PTO
Innovate in a Startup-Like Environment Be part of a fast-moving, forward-thinking group that is creating AI-driven software for accounting professionals. You'll work with top AI and software ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$120 - $150/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Opportunity to build foundational platform technology at a fast‑growing AI startup * Direct impact on product architecture and technical direction * Competitive salary with uncapped commission and ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$120 - $150/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Opportunity to build foundational platform technology at a fast‑growing AI startup * Direct impact on product architecture and technical direction * Competitive salary with uncapped commission and ...
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An AI Startup job involves working at a company focused on developing artificial intelligence technologies, products, or services. Roles can vary widely, including engineering, data science, product management, and business development. Employees in AI startups often work in fast-paced environments, solving complex problems with cutting-edge AI models and tools. These roles typically require adaptability, technical expertise, and a willingness to innovate quickly.
At an AI startup, your days are often fast-paced and varied, involving tasks like brainstorming new product features, coding algorithms, reviewing data sets, meeting with cross-functional teams, and testing proofs of concept. Team members frequently collaborate across roles—engineers, data scientists, and even product managers may work closely together in a flat structure. You can expect to rapidly prototype and iterate on ideas, directly impacting the company's growth and direction. This dynamic environment is ideal for those who enjoy hands-on innovation and learning in a close-knit, high-energy team.
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As a Forward Deployed AI Engineer, you will sit at the intersection of AI engineering, product strategy, and client delivery. Working closely with enterprise partners and clients, you will own the end-to-end strategy, architecture, and deployment of production-grade Generative AI workflows to address high-stakes real-world challenges.
This role operates much like a hands-on AI startup technical leader—taking concepts from problem decomposition and prototyping all the way to robust, scalable field deployment.
Solution Architecture & Delivery: Build, optimize, and deploy end-to-end LLM workflows, data processing pipelines, and advanced analytics tools into production.
Client & Business Strategy: Partner directly with technical and non-technical stakeholders to translate complex operational challenges into actionable AI implementations.
Product Feedback Loop: Capture field insights and user feedback to inform and refine internal core AI product platforms and tooling.
Iterative Problem Solving: Work in agile, cross-functional teams to rapidly prototype, validate, and scale AI solutions in dynamic client environments.
Gen AI & LLM Experience: Proven track record of building and deploying solutions utilizing Large Language Models (LLMs) and modern Generative AI frameworks.
Machine Learning Fundamentals: Solid grounding in ML core concepts, including evaluation methodologies, model training/fine-tuning, and problem decomposition.
Software Engineering Proficiency: Strong coding skills in modern programming languages (e.g., Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, Java, or C++).
Engineering Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent practical experience) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Machine Learning, or a related technical field.
Business & Communication Skills: Ability to solve business-oriented problems rather than academic benchmarks, with strong communication skills for client-facing collaboration.
Willingness to Travel: Ability and willingness to travel to client sites as needed (up to 25%).