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Flex Forward Deployed Software Engineer Jobs in California

Promise

Forward Deployed Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

About the Role Promise is seeking a Forward Deployed Software Engineer who's driven by impact, excited by challenge, and motivated by Promise's mission: helping low-income families catch up on past ...

Promise

Forward Deployed Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$175K - $230K/yr

About the Role Promise is seeking a Forward Deployed Software Engineer who's driven by impact, excited by challenge, and motivated by Promise's mission: helping low-income families catch up on past ...

Apple

Senior Software Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$151K - $199K/yr

... a forward-deployed engineering role. This role sits at the intersection of Engineering, Product ... Software Engineer / Technical Product Manager (FDE/TPM) - Build and maintain integrations across ...

Nectar Social

Forward Deployed Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$160K - $270K/yr

... of software engineering experience, ideally in customer-facing or platform roles * Strong ... Hybrid work schedule (4 days in office) with 3 flex remote days per quarter (available after 3 ...

Evolver

Forward Deployed Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

Qualifications Experience * 6+ years in software engineering, solutions engineering, implementation engineering, or forward-deployed roles. * Experience working directly with enterprise customers in ...

Evolver

Forward Deployed Engineer

Palo Alto, CA

Qualifications Experience * 6+ years in software engineering, solutions engineering, implementation engineering, or forward-deployed roles. * Experience working directly with enterprise customers in ...

Figma

Forward Deployed Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

Forward Deployed Engineers at Figma sit at the intersection of engineering, product, and our most ... Experience in a customer-facing technical role such as Software Engineer, Solutions Engineer ...

Monaco

Forward Deployed Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$200K - $400K/yr

... software. The Role You'll join Delta Force, Monaco's forward deployed engineering team. Forward ... Deployed Engineers are the tip of the spear for our most strategic customers: when Sales, CX, or ...

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Encord

Forward Deployed Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Help define and scale the Forward Deployed function as an early team member Experience requirements * 3-8 years in a software engineering role; Python is a big plus * Experience building or working ...

Encord

Forward Deployed Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Help define and scale the Forward Deployed function as an early team member Experience requirements * 3-8 years in a software engineering role; Python is a big plus * Experience building or working ...

Figma

Forward Deployed Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Forward Deployed Engineers at Figma sit at the intersection of engineering, product, and our most ... Experience in a customer-facing technical role such as Software Engineer, Solutions Engineer ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Flex Forward Deployed Software Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Flex Forward Deployed Software Engineer, you need strong software development skills, the ability to quickly learn new technologies, and a relevant degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with multiple programming languages, cloud platforms, and agile development tools is typically required, and experience with deployment automation or certifications like AWS Certified Developer can be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and strong communication skills help you collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams in dynamic environments. These competencies are crucial for rapidly delivering tailored solutions and ensuring successful software deployments in diverse and fast-changing client settings.

How does a Flex Forward Deployed Software Engineer typically collaborate with client teams during project deployments?

As a Flex Forward Deployed Software Engineer, you will often work closely with client stakeholders, project managers, and cross-functional technical teams throughout the deployment process. This role requires strong communication skills, as you'll gather requirements, adapt solutions to evolving client needs, and provide on-the-ground technical support. Collaboration usually involves regular meetings, code reviews, and working sessions to ensure solutions are tailored for each client environment. Expect to balance independent problem-solving with frequent teamwork to deliver high-impact software solutions efficiently.

What is a Flex Forward Deployed Software Engineer?

A Flex Forward Deployed Software Engineer is a technical professional who works closely with clients to design, build, and implement custom software solutions tailored to their specific needs. Unlike traditional software engineers, they are often embedded with customer teams or deployed on-site to solve unique business challenges using advanced technologies. Their role typically includes rapid prototyping, integrating new systems, and ensuring that software solutions are scalable and reliable. This position requires strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively with both engineering and non-engineering stakeholders.
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Forward Deployed Engineer

Promise

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Company Overview
Promise modernizes how government agencies and utilities support people in financial difficulty. We build technology that makes it simple for residents to receive benefits, engage with assistance programs, set up flexible payment plans, and stay on track-while helping agencies increase efficiency, recover revenue, and deliver services with dignity. Our mission is to transform public systems so they work better for everyone, especially the most vulnerable.
Our team includes experts from companies like Palantir, Google, Stripe , and esteemed government leaders. We work hard and believe deeply in what we do. We're looking for excellent people to build innovative, resilient technology.
Backed by over $50 million in funding from top investors - such as Reid Hoffman, Howard Schultz, Michael Seibel, Y Combinator, 8VC, The General Partnership, First Round Capital, Kapor Capital, XYZ Ventures, and Bronze Investments - Promise has been recognized as one of Fast Company's "World's Most Innovative Companies of 2022," "Forbes Next Billion-Dollar Startups 2024," and Y Combinator's #1 GovTech startup.
About the Role
Promise is seeking a Forward Deployed Software Engineer who's driven by impact, excited by challenge, and motivated by Promise's mission: helping low-income families catch up on past-due bills and access the relief they deserve.
This is not your typical engineering role. You'll be on the front lines-working hand-in-hand with utilities and government partners, solving complex integration challenges, and making sure our technology actually delivers where it matters most: in people's lives. You'll bring strong technical fundamentals together with empathy, patience, and the kind of customer savvy that turns a deployment into a long-term partnership.
Role Impact
In Washington State, Promise distributed $100M of energy aid in just three months, reaching nearly 700,000 households.
In Virginia and Florida, we helped ensure millions of dollars in water assistance funds reached families who might have otherwise gone without.
Our AI-powered eligibility verification now cuts approval times for programs like SNAP and LIHEAP from weeks to hours.
As a Forward Deployed Software Engineer, you'll be on the front lines making this kind of impact possible.
What You'll Do
  • Be the bridge: Work directly with utilities and government agencies to integrate Promise's payment and relief products into their existing systems.
  • Problem-solve in the wild: Dive into customer environments, untangling complexity and crafting creative technical solutions that actually work in the real world.
  • Level up the product: Improve Promise's products -- you will have the first hand context of what works and doesn't, if you see something to build, build it!
  • Travel occasionally (up to 40% of the time): Join customers on-site to make sure things run smoothly and strengthen our relationships in person.

What Will Help You Succeed
  • Engineering chops: 4+ years of experience building and deploying production software, with fluency in environments that require adaptability and fast learning.
  • Customer instincts: Experience in a customer-facing technical role where you balanced empathy with technical rigor.
  • Tools of the trade: We use JavaScript / TypeScript, ETL tools, SQL, React - you don't need to be an expert on any of these! You do need to come with a willingness to learn.
  • Curiosity & grit: You don't wait for someone to tell you the answer-you explore, experiment, and document so others can follow.
  • Collaboration: This is a cross-functional role where you will be working across engineering, design, product, delivery, and sales. FDEs work across team boundaries to get things done.

Who Thrives at Promise
You'll love it here if:
  • You are energized by big, complex challenges and the opportunity to solve them.
  • You want your work to have a real, measurable impact on people's lives.
  • You take ownership and run toward problems, not away from them.
  • You value clear, candid, and constructive communication.
Promise is not for you if:
  • You prefer hierarchy and rigid structures. We operate with freedom and responsibility.
  • You are uncomfortable with change. We move fast, adapt often, and expect agility.
  • You want a typical corporate culture. We are mission-driven, ambitious, and direct.
  • You believe efficiency means "doing less." We believe efficiency means doing better.

How We Support Our People
At Promise, we invest in our team's well-being, growth, and sense of ownership.
  • Equity for All: All full-time employees receive stock options to share in our company's success.
  • 100% Paid Health Coverage: We cover 100% of base medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and their dependents.
  • Hybrid Work: We collaborate in the office at least four days a week to stay connected and aligned as a team.
  • Flexible Time Off: Self-managed FTO and 12 paid holidays - we trust you to prioritize your time.

Please note: Benefits are reviewed periodically and may be updated at the sole discretion of Promise.
Promise is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or military or veteran status. Additionally, the Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it operates. Promise is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation, please email
Promise engages in US government contracts and restricts hiring to US persons, which includes s and permanent residents (e.g., reside in the US.
Promise participates in E-Verify. To learn more, view E-Verify Participation Notice and Right to Work Notice.

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