Forward Deployed Engineer connecting customers and product teams, focusing on AI-powered engineering solutions. Working with complex workflows in semiconductor and photonic hardware development.
Responsibilities
Partner directly with customer engineering and research teams
Understand complex photonic, semiconductor, and hardware design workflows
Design and deploy AI-powered workflows using LLMs, simulations, and scientific models
Build prototypes demonstrating AI-assisted modeling, optimization, and automation
Orchestrate workflows combining AI systems, simulation environments, and customer data
Translate field insights into product feedback and roadmap recommendations
Act as a trusted technical advisor throughout pilots and production deployments
Help shape the evolution of next-generation AI platforms for engineering applications
Requirements
MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Applied Mathematics, Photonics, or a related field
4+ years of experience in Software Engineering, Applied AI, Solutions Engineering, or Forward Deployed Engineering
Strong Python programming skills
Experience with scientific computing and workflow orchestration
Hands-on experience with LLMs, APIs, agentic systems, and modern AI tooling
Experience working directly with customers or technical stakeholders
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to bridge scientific concepts and software implementation
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Stock Options Plan
Access to cutting-edge AI and scientific computing technologies
Opportunity to collaborate with leading researchers and engineers
Conference participation and research presentation opportunities
Direct impact on the future of semiconductor and photonic development
Fast-moving, high-impact environment with significant ownership
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