Forward Deployed Engineer at SuperAnnotate | San Francisco

About Chai DiscoveryChai Discovery is an innovative applied research laboratory dedicated to revolutionizing the future of medicine. Our flagship product is a cutting-edge design suite for molecular development, powered by our advanced models. We empower scientists to engineer drugs with remarkable precision, unlocking the potential for superior medicines that benefit humanity.Founded by pioneers in the field, we have successfully raised $230 million from esteemed investors including Thrive, General Catalyst, OpenAI, and Dimension. We collaborate with leading life sciences companies such as Eli Lilly, which have committed to multi-year, eight-figure annual revenue partnerships with our platform.Chai Discovery is recognized for its exceptional talent, rigorous research culture, and rapid execution.About the RoleAs a Forward-Deployed Scientist at Chai, you will serve as a key user and exploratory pilot, harnessing the full potential of our platform. You will develop a deep understanding of its capabilities and limitations, utilizing your intuition and creativity to address complex challenges and targets. You will join a distinguished team of biologists, computational scientists, and AI researchers.Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that our collaborations with global life sciences partners surpass their expectations. Acting as our eyes and ears on the ground, you will relay your insights back to the team, aiding in the refinement of our products, models, and methodologies. You will become a trusted expert on our partners’ scientific and therapeutic needs, representing the best of what they could hope for.This role presents a unique opportunity to challenge the frontiers of science and artificial intelligence, providing exposure far beyond what is typical in a single drug program or traditional life sciences company.About YouOur ideal candidate possesses a blend of antibody engineering and computational protein design knowledge and is highly adaptable. You operate with a sense of urgency and an inherent curiosity about science and technology. You have strong organizational abilities and are driven by a desire for progress.PhD or equivalent experience in Antibody Engineering, Computational Biology, or Protein Sciences.Hands-on experience in the design and characterization of antibody-based biologics, with proficiency in molecular biology workflows, binding assays, and structural inspection using tools like PyMOL.Demonstrated ability in communication, collaboration, and execution.Ability to thrive under pressure.We OfferAn opportunity to engage at the frontier of AI alongside world-class professionals, contributing to a mission that is both impactful and transformative.

Join Chai Discovery as an AI Research ScientistAt Chai Discovery, we are pioneering the development of advanced AI models aimed at revolutionizing molecule design and transforming drug discovery processes. Our dedicated team is passionate about reimagining how new cures are developed, ultimately aiming to save lives.Founded by a collective of leading researchers and seasoned Silicon Valley operators, our team has achieved groundbreaking milestones in AI applications for biology. Our founders have made significant contributions to protein language modeling and cutting-edge folding algorithms, and have successfully partnered with top pharmaceutical companies to implement AI solutions. We are proud to be supported by prestigious investors such as OpenAI, Thrive Capital, Dimension, Conviction, Lachy Groom, Amplify, and more.Role OverviewAs an AI Research Scientist, you will engage in innovative research focused on computational modeling for biological applications. Our projects extend beyond protein structure prediction into actual therapeutic engineering, offering you the opportunity to advance the field of AI-driven drug design, alongside a team that embodies a balance of critical thinking and optimistic vision.Your ProfileWe are looking for a driven AI Leader with extensive research experience and a commitment to pushing boundaries in therapeutic design. The ideal candidate should possess:Research Expertise:A Ph.D. or equivalent research experience in Machine Learning, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computational Chemistry, or a related discipline.A robust publication record in leading ML or life-science journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, Nature Methods, PLoS Computational Biology, J. Chem. Inf. Model., etc.).Technical Proficiency:Fluency in Python and familiarity with deep learning frameworks.Experience in training and evaluating large models using protein, antibody, or small-molecule datasets, or demonstrable transferable ML skills.Experimental Design & Analysis:Ability to convert scientific inquiries into manageable modeling experiments.Competence in managing extensive biological or chemical datasets, deriving significant metrics, and presenting findings to varied audiences.Collaboration & Communication:A collaborative spirit, eager to work with cross-functional teams including wet-lab scientists, software engineers, and product leaders.

Join Us at Chai DiscoveryAt Chai Discovery, we are pioneering applied research in artificial intelligence to revolutionize biology. Our advanced AI models are engineered to create innovative molecules for groundbreaking medicines. Our software platform is increasingly being utilized by scientists across various industries to develop drugs with unparalleled precision. Our ambition is to craft a comprehensive design suite for biology, impacting life sciences, agriculture, materials science, and beyond.Founded by leaders at the forefront of the field, we have secured $230 million in funding from prestigious investors including Thrive, General Catalyst, OpenAI, and Dimension. Collaborating with global life sciences giants like Eli Lilly, we are reshaping the landscape of our industry.Renowned for our exceptional talent, rigorous research, and rapid execution, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team.Are You Ready to Make an Impact?We are in search of a remarkable individual to lead our talent acquisition efforts. This role requires someone who is endlessly curious, results-driven, empathetic, self-aware, and attuned to market dynamics. Your responsibilities will include:#1 Communicate Effectively.You will articulate our story and cultivate authentic relationships. Engaging in insightful discussions with various stakeholders will be second nature to you. You will immerse yourself in our mission and domain, representing our values and objectives with sincerity. Building trust through genuine interactions is crucial.#2 Innovate and Act Differently.We believe in challenging the status quo, and you do too. Your track record demonstrates a knack for thinking outside the box and executing unconventional strategies to achieve extraordinary results. You transform insights into actions, prioritize iteration over perfection, and balance urgency with creativity.#3 Create Something Remarkable.You will play a pivotal role in shaping our organization and ensuring the right talent fills each position. Your ability to identify polymaths, extraordinary talent, and exceptional visionaries will be invaluable. You are eager to deepen your expertise in every facet of our work and culture.What We OfferAn opportunity to operate at the cutting edge of AI, alongside world-class professionals, on meaningful projects. We champion a culture of speed and accountability while providing competitive compensation.

About Chai DiscoveryAt Chai Discovery, we are pioneering advanced AI models that revolutionize molecular design and the drug discovery process. Our dedicated team is committed to reshaping the landscape of therapeutic development, with the ultimate goal of saving lives.Our founders consist of elite researchers and industry leaders who have made groundbreaking contributions to AI applications in biology. They have co-invented protein language modeling, developed cutting-edge folding algorithms, and created AI solutions adopted by top pharmaceutical firms. We are proud to be backed by prominent investors, including OpenAI, Thrive Capital, Dimension, Conviction, Lachy Groom, and Amplify.About the RoleWe are looking for an AI Research Engineer to collaborate closely with our research scientists in designing, training, evaluating, and optimizing the core models and infrastructure at Chai. Our models are evolving from mere protein structure predictions into real-world therapeutic engineering applications. This is a unique opportunity to advance the field of AI-driven drug design while being part of a passionate team that balances cautious optimism with bold vision.Develop and enhance the infrastructure and tools that support our AI research initiatives.Work alongside AI researchers to explore, implement, and refine emerging research directions.Integrate AI models into production environments, ensuring they are scalable and reliable.About YouThe ideal candidate will have a background in high-performance computing, GPU programming, and AI/ML with large-scale data systems.A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, along with deep learning frameworks like PyTorch.A solid understanding of operating system internals.Familiarity with HPC infrastructure, including Slurm and Kubernetes.Experience in performance engineering and profiling for both CPU and GPU workloads.Proven ability in developing, building, and maintaining extensive ETL pipelines.We OfferInnovative Technology: Engage with cutting-edge technologies that have the potential to redefine therapeutic creation.Exceptional Team: Collaborate with renowned experts at the intersection of AI and biology.

About Chai DiscoveryChai Discovery is at the forefront of innovation, crafting advanced AI models aimed at revolutionizing molecular design and transforming the landscape of drug discovery. Our dedicated team is passionate about reimagining how new cures are developed, with a vision to save lives.The founding team of Chai comprises distinguished researchers and leading Silicon Valley professionals. Our founders have achieved remarkable milestones in AI for biology, co-inventing protein language modeling, developing cutting-edge folding algorithms, and delivering AI solutions that are now utilized by top-tier pharmaceutical companies. We are proud to be supported by industry-leading investors, including OpenAI, Thrive Capital, Dimension, Conviction, Lachy Groom, and Amplify, among others.About the RoleAs the inaugural Product Designer at Chai, you will integrate pioneering AI models into user-friendly tools that are essential for scientific research. You will oversee the complete design process, encompassing user research, wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, design systems, and dashboards that scientists utilize to interact with models, visualize molecular structures, and analyze data with our AI integrated. Your expertise will drive product clarity, consistency, and user satisfaction in a complex and technical domain.With years of foundational research and development, Chai's models are advancing from protein structure prediction to practical therapeutic applications. This is your opportunity to launch the most sophisticated AI drug design models into the market, collaborating with a team that combines meticulous craftsmanship with a broad vision.

About Prima MentePrima Mente is a pioneering AI lab specializing in frontier biology. We are committed to developing our own data, constructing versatile biological foundation models, and translating groundbreaking discoveries into tangible research and clinical results. Our primary objective is to advance our understanding of the brain, aiming to protect it from neurological diseases while enhancing its health. Our talented team of AI researchers, experimentalists, clinicians, and operators is strategically located in London, San Francisco, and Dubai.Role Overview:As our inaugural Forward Deployed Scientist, you will integrate our flagship model, Pleiades, with early partners to explore potential research outcomes and product hypotheses, while leading the development of our Forward Deployment Strategy.Key Responsibilities:Design, manage, and oversee the Forward Deployment function.Directly handle the customer implementation strategy and execution from start to finish.Collaborate closely with early design partners, including research institutes and healthcare providers, to gain a comprehensive understanding of their needs regarding cfDNA fragment analysis, epigenetic embedding, multi-omic integration, and diagnostic reporting.Transform real-world challenges into actionable, deployable solutions by designing and constructing custom pipelines, data ingestion processes, model integration, and tailored output handling.Serve as the primary technical liaison, building trust and guiding the customer's teams.Establish deployment best practices and identify reusable patterns for future implementations.Incorporate findings from deployments back into the R&D roadmap, aiding in prioritizing model enhancements and new features.Who You Are:We value diverse skill sets and do not expect candidates to meet every qualification. Strong candidates typically possess depth in some areas while showing interest in others.Exceptional customer engagement and empathy: you can effectively communicate complex systems to non-technical stakeholders and understand their business challenges, translating these into technical specifications.Strong technical proficiency: adept in programming and scripting languages, particularly Python, with the ability to build bioinformatics pipelines and refine ML models for production settings.Experience in creating tools or frameworks for ML/AI workloads, including data pipelines, infrastructure, and CI/CD processes.A proactive approach towards rapid iteration and adapting project scopes as needed.

About MithrlAt Mithrl, we envision a future where groundbreaking medicines reach patients within months, not years, and where scientific advancements occur at the speed of thought.We are proud to be pioneering the world’s first commercially available AI Co-Scientist, an innovative discovery engine that swiftly converts complex biological data into actionable insights. With Mithrl, scientists can pose questions in natural language and receive comprehensive analyses, innovative targets, hypotheses, and patent-ready reports in mere minutes.Our growth trajectory is impressive:12X year-over-year revenue growthTrusted by top biotech firms and major pharmaceutical companies across three continentsFacilitating significant breakthroughs from target discovery to improved patient outcomes.About the RoleWe are seeking dynamic Forward Deployed Engineers who will collaborate closely with our clients to successfully deploy, integrate, and operationalize the Mithrl platform within their private cloud environments. As an FDE, you will be positioned at the crossroads of engineering, customer success, and solutions architecture. Your role involves hands-on collaboration with customer IT, security, data, and R&D teams to establish secure cloud environments, configure integrations, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure that Mithrl seamlessly integrates into their discovery workflow.This position requires a solid foundation in software engineering, a strong familiarity with cloud infrastructure, and exceptional problem-solving capabilities. You will work intimately with customer teams to design deployment architectures, automate provisioning processes, validate platform functionality, and ensure that scientific teams can leverage Mithrl effortlessly.If you thrive on tackling challenging and innovative problems in real-world customer settings, enjoy working across cloud infrastructure and product engineering, and want to be involved in the customer journey from the outset, this role is the perfect fit for you.

At ConductorOne, we are pioneering the future of identity security with our AI-native platform designed to safeguard every identity—be it human, non-human, or AI. Our robust automation capabilities, platform-level AI, and ready-to-use connectors provide centralized access visibility, enforce meticulous control measures, and streamline user access reviews across all applications. Trusted by industry leaders such as DigitalOcean, Instacart, Ramp, and Zscaler, our solution is user-friendly, rapidly deployable, and highly effective.As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will work closely with customers and our internal product teams to develop integrations, automation, and customized workflows that enhance the reliability and security of identity infrastructure. Your time will be split between engaging with customers (both remotely and onsite), product engineering, and resolving customer challenges—delivering production-safe software, executing connector deployments, and transforming customer requirements into scalable product features.You'll serve as the crucial technical link connecting product, engineering, and our clients: designing and implementing connectors, automating identity workflows, and advising customers on best practices for identity controls. Expect a dynamic role—one week you might be crafting a connector for a legacy HR system, the next collaborating on product enhancements, and the following week developing tailored workflows on the ConductorOne platform.

Join Our MissionAt Vitalize, we are dedicated to revolutionizing hospital operations by creating a future that is safe, autonomous, equitable, and cost-effective.Currently, many hospitals still rely on outdated methods like spreadsheets and manual processes for critical functions such as staffing and capacity management. This leads to inefficiencies, staff burnout, and negative patient outcomes.Vitalize offers an innovative operating system designed specifically for healthcare teams. Our platform provides real-time decision support to clinical leaders, streamlining workflows and optimizing labor costs while maximizing patient capacity across healthcare systems.Our team consists of talented individuals from prestigious institutions like Stanford and Cambridge, including former math champions and serial entrepreneurs. We are already operational in over 20 hospitals, generating significant revenue, and backed by esteemed investors. Having tripled our revenue in the last three months, we are poised for rapid growth. This is your opportunity to contribute to foundational healthcare infrastructure at a pivotal time.Role OverviewWe are seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer to be at the forefront of Vitalize’s most significant and intricate enterprise projects.This position is tailored for engineer operators eager for substantial responsibilities, direct customer interaction, and immediate technical ownership. You will work closely with large, multi-million dollar health system clients, gaining unique insights at the intersection of engineering, enterprise software, and healthcare operations.Your role will involve spending significant time on-site to understand hospital operations, assess our product's performance under stress, and identify areas for improvement. You will implement solutions, inform product development, and contribute to Vitalize's expansion among enterprise clients.This is a high-impact position with significant visibility. You will become one of the key individuals familiar with our customers' needs and operations.What You’ll DoEngage with Enterprise Clients (Approximately 50% travel)Travel frequently to customer locations, collaborating with health system partners during deployments and crucial phases.Establish trust with clinical leaders, including Chief Nursing Officers and executive stakeholders, by thoroughly grasping their workflows and limitations.Facilitate and Resolve DeploymentsWork closely with Deployment Strategists to ensure seamless transitions and effective adoption of our solutions.Quickly troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and assist customers in overcoming obstacles.

Forward Deployed Engineer – LanceDBLocation: San Francisco Bay Area (In-Person / Hybrid)Team: EngineeringJob Type: Full-TimeAbout LanceDBAt LanceDB, we are pioneering the future of data management with our open-source, cloud-native vector database and multimodal AI lakehouse. Our platform is designed using a high-performance columnar format, empowering developers and businesses to create scalable, real-time search and analytics applications that integrate vectors, structured data, and AI workflows seamlessly. With options for both embedded and managed deployment models, alongside rich SDKs in Rust, Python, and other programming languages, LanceDB is expertly crafted to enhance state-of-the-art retrieval, feature engineering, and large-scale AI systems.Role OverviewJoin our dynamic Engineering team as a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE). In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between deep systems engineering and direct customer engagement. You will collaborate closely with our strategic clients in the Bay Area to architect, deploy, and optimize LanceDB in high-demand production settings.This is a highly technical, product-facing role. You will not only solve customer challenges but also contribute production-quality code and valuable insights back to LanceDB’s core product lines. Your practical experience in deploying LanceDB alongside modern data infrastructures will play a crucial role in shaping our product architecture, APIs, and overall performance.What You’ll DoLead on-site and remote technical deployments of LanceDB with enterprise clients, focusing on architecture design, performance tuning, and operational stability.Develop and maintain production-grade code in Rust and Python for customer integrations and internal tools.Contribute code upstream to LanceDB’s core repositories, including bug fixes, feature enhancements, and architectural adjustments based on client needs.Gather and relay structured product feedback from customer interactions to product and engineering teams, shaping future roadmaps and designs.Integrate LanceDB into existing data and AI infrastructure stacks like Spark and Ray.Troubleshoot and resolve complex challenges related to distributed systems and cloud environments.

About HappyRobotHappyRobot is revolutionizing the real economy with its AI-native operating system. Our innovative platform integrates real-time data, specialized AI workers, and orchestrating intelligence to empower enterprises in managing complex and mission-critical operations with unparalleled autonomy.Our AI operating system continually accumulates knowledge, optimizes processes, and evolves over time. We are initially focusing on supply chain and industrial-scale operations, where resilience, speed, and continuous improvement are paramount—allowing humans to dedicate their efforts towards strategy, creativity, and high-value activities.With $62 million raised to date, including a recent $44 million Series B funding round in September 2025 and backing from renowned investors such as Y Combinator (YC), Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), and Base10, we are committed to assembling a world-class team. We seek individuals with unyielding drive, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a passion for pushing boundaries in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. If this aligns with your aspirations, HappyRobot is the place for you.Role OverviewWe are on the lookout for a talented and adaptable Forward Deployed Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your technical expertise and outstanding communication abilities to work directly with customers, helping them derive maximum value from the HappyRobot AI platform. Your responsibilities will include customer onboarding, implementation, and ongoing support, along with contributions to product development and innovation.At HappyRobot, we maintain a culture of collaboration, devoid of rigid hierarchies. We build, we execute, we take ownership, and we are deeply invested in our customers' success.

About GigaGiga has recently secured $61 million in Series A funding and already boasts several customers, including DoorDash. We're pioneering the future of customer experience with real-time AI agents capable of understanding emotions, resolving issues instantly, and scaling across the world's largest enterprises.This is an exciting time for Giga as we embark on ambitious goals to become the leading AI platform for enterprise automation, driven by our advanced voice superintelligence. Great engineering talent is crucial to help us realize this vision.Our engineers have the autonomy to make significant impacts on millions of lives daily, and this role provides a unique opportunity to join a company with visionary founders, proven commercial success, and a clear trajectory towards becoming a generational brand.To learn more about us, check out:Voice AI startup Giga raises $61M Series ADoorDash and Giga PartnershipIf this opportunity resonates with you, we encourage you to apply!Role OverviewWe are on the lookout for a Forward Deployed Engineer to join our teams in San Francisco and New York. In this role, you will be the technical liaison between Giga and our clients, responsible for building and deploying sophisticated AI solutions tailored to customer needs.Your Responsibilities:End-to-End Customer Engagement: Conduct discovery calls and demos, develop and maintain exceptional AI agents, participate in customer interactions, and serve as the primary point of contact in a dynamic environment.Agent Development Lifecycle Ownership: Rapidly build and prototype solutions, establish CI/CD pipelines, monitor real-time usage, iterate towards objectives, debug live issues, communicate with clients, and document best practices to enhance efficiency in future projects.Feedback Integration with Product & Platform: Identify unmet needs, prototype new features, directly contribute to the codebase, and collaborate with core teams to enhance our platform for all customers.Qualifications:Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of React, Python, API integrations, and tool calls.Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and relationship-building capabilities for effective client interactions.

Join Vooma as a Forward Deployed EngineerIn the rapidly evolving landscape of enterprise software, we are witnessing a transformative shift from traditional "systems of record" to innovative "systems of automation." At Vooma, our goal is to harness the power of AI to revolutionize the logistics sector, particularly focusing on the $800+ billion trucking industry in the United States.Vooma is dedicated to developing an advanced AI orchestration platform that will empower freight brokers and trucking companies to enhance their operations, allowing them to secure more business and execute freight seamlessly. Our AI agents are designed to automate critical workflows across various communication channels, including voice, email, and text.Backed by leading investors such as Index Ventures, Craft Ventures, and Y-Combinator, we are positioned to lead the charge in transforming logistics through automation.Your RoleAs a Forward Deployed Engineer on our founding team, you will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between our cutting-edge AI technology and the operational systems within the freight industry. Your responsibilities will include collaborating with enterprise clients to design, develop, and implement tailored integrations that bring our AI solutions into their daily operations.If you are known for your ability to tackle challenges and drive progress regardless of the circumstances, you will thrive in this role. You will enjoy engaging with customers, solving intricate technical problems, and witnessing the immediate impact of your work on multi-billion dollar businesses.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct discovery sessions with freight brokers, carriers, and IT teams to identify pain points, data sources, and success metrics.Design comprehensive solutions by mapping data flows, selecting appropriate models, and developing integration architectures compatible with existing TMS/ERP systems.Rapidly build and deploy high-quality code (Python/TypeScript), set up APIs, webhooks, and ETL pipelines to connect Vooma agents to client systems.Iterate quickly by releasing incremental updates, validating performance in production, and refining features based on user feedback.

About SpeakeasyAt Speakeasy, we aspire to unleash the full potential of APIs, enabling developers to innovate rapidly. Our mission is to assist companies in Building, Testing, and Distributing top-tier APIs. With our comprehensive suite of OpenAPI-native tools, API producers have access to a robust toolkit for designing superior APIs, ensuring governance of API artifacts, and delivering seamless integrations across various ecosystems via production-ready SDKs, AI agent-compatible MCP servers, Terraform Providers, and AI-enhanced API documentation.Our clientele includes renowned tech leaders and Fortune 100 companies such as Mistral AI, Vercel, Gusto, Docusign, and Verizon. By partnering with Speakeasy, these organizations significantly reduce integration time, unlock new revenue streams, and alleviate workloads for their engineering teams.About the RoleAs a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will be pivotal in our customer engagements, taking charge of the hands-on, technical deployment of Speakeasy at key accounts. You will work independently to ensure successful implementations and act as a crucial technical partner for our clients. Your role will involve iterating on our core product and collaborating closely with customers to drive and implement enhancements that align with their objectives.About YouYou possess significant backend/API engineering experience, ideally spanning 6-8 years, and are eager to delve into the technical intricacies of our customers’ APIs and SDKs, leading comprehensive technical deployments with clients and partners.You've previously served as a founding engineer, solutions engineer, or technical founder.You exhibit exceptional customer empathy, adept at connecting customer goals with Speakeasy's offerings.You demonstrate a strong sense of ownership and autonomy, rapidly acquiring new knowledge and identifying areas for impactful contributions, driving successful outcomes with clients.You can gracefully manage multiple customer relationships and navigate potentially competing priorities.You leverage insights from customer interactions to influence product roadmaps and documentation, fostering continuous improvement in customer experience.What You Should Know About UsOur team operates across PST and GMT time zones, which presents both advantages and challenges. We strive for asynchronous processes and you will play a key role in enhancing these systems.We are a close-knit team of around 40 individuals, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment while emphasizing high ownership and accountability.

HockeyStack designs agent infrastructure tailored for enterprise revenue teams. The company has spent five years developing a data architecture that maintains causality throughout the revenue stack. This approach ensures every interaction and signal is recorded in order, giving organizations a reliable view of their operations. At the core of the platform is the Nex-lm AI engine, which converts natural language into agent-driven workflows. This technology extracts a company's revenue blueprint from its data, builds repeatable automations, and runs these processes across sales, marketing, and customer success functions. HockeyStack aims to move beyond traditional dashboard tools by building an operational layer that addresses human bottlenecks in enterprise revenue organizations. The team is working to define and lead this emerging category. Company Highlights Raised over $50M from investors such as Bessemer Venture Partners, General Catalyst, and Y Combinator Fully in-person team based in San Francisco Launched in late 2023 8-figure annual recurring revenue Processes more than 60 TB of revenue data each month Partners include Microsoft, Harvey, New Relic, and Collibra Location This Forward Deployed Consultant position is based in San Francisco and requires working onsite with the team.

Chalk builds a platform designed to simplify and accelerate machine learning applications. The company combines the speed of Rust with approachable tools, helping developers tackle issues like complexity, latency, and scalability in ML workflows. Businesses use Chalk to support use cases such as fraud detection, identity verification, and clean energy optimization. The company recently raised $50 million in Series A funding, led by Felicis. More details can be found in this Reuters article. Role overview This Forward Deployed Engineer role is based in San Francisco and requires full-time, in-person presence (five days a week). As an early team member, you will work closely with clients and Chalk’s machine learning teams to deliver tailored technical solutions and improve the company’s infrastructure. Projects span industries like healthcare, finance, and recommendation systems, with applications including cancer detection, fraud prevention, and product recommendations. What you will do Design and implement Chalk’s technology solutions for customers, learning the platform’s infrastructure and optimizing integrations. Work closely with Engineering and Sales teams to deliver projects. Act as the main technical contact for clients during both pre-sales and post-sales, supporting onboarding and ongoing needs. Advise clients as their requirements change and new product features become available. Contribute to hiring by participating in Engineering team interviews. Requirements Technical background in software development or machine learning model development. Minimum of 2 years of experience in backend software engineering. Proficiency in Python and SQL. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills. This position is not hybrid. While Chalk offers flexibility for unavoidable conflicts, the expectation is a full-time, in-office schedule.

Join Variance: a pioneering company dedicated to developing an advanced AI platform that effectively manages adversarial risk and investigations.Our AI agents analyze billions of events each day, safeguarding millions of users from spam, scams, and various forms of abuse. We are looking for a dynamic Forward Deployed AI Engineer who will take charge of strategizing and implementing our innovative product within customer data infrastructures to address real-world challenges at an extensive scale. Our clientele comprises Fortune 500 firms and thriving tech unicorns, and we are on a rapid growth trajectory.This position is in-person at our San Francisco office.Your Daily Responsibilities:Lead the entire integration strategy of Variance for our enterprise customers.Collaborate closely with clients to comprehend their unique requirements and align their strategies with Variance.Develop GenAI-powered workflows and automation capable of handling billions of events.Act as the primary technical liaison for our users, ensuring ongoing support and guidance.Qualifications:Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, capable of thriving in a team-focused atmosphere.Demonstrated experience with LLM solutions and a profound understanding of GenAI.Proficient in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Typescript.Self-motivated and adept at navigating uncertain situations.What We Provide:Comprehensive health care benefits, including platinum-level medical, dental, and vision insurance.Unlimited PTO, sick leave, and parental leave.Up to $100 monthly reimbursement for personal health and wellness costs.Complimentary lunch and dinner.401(k) retirement plan.

Human Delta serves as the AI adoption catalyst for American enterprises, enabled by leading venture capital firms such as Susa Ventures, Wischoff Ventures, Afore Capital, and the Kleiner Perkins Scout Fund, alongside esteemed angels from renowned research institutions and financial entities. Our talented engineering team is dedicated to creating an operational framework that ensures enterprise AI is reliable, secure, and scalable.The Role:As a pivotal member of Human Delta, you will contribute to our mission of facilitating AI adoption in large enterprises. Our platform is utilized by a diverse range of users, from technical teams to operational leaders, who depend on our solutions to gain insights into their systems, understand process dynamics, and observe AI behavior in practical scenarios.In this role, you will operate at the confluence of engineering, product development, and operations. Your responsibilities will include converting complex real-world challenges into actionable technical strategies, making impactful architectural choices within established constraints, and working closely with founders and clients to tailor our platform to the rigorous demands of environments where precision and dependability are paramount.We pride ourselves on our agility and maintain a high standard for clarity, accuracy, and code maintainability.About the Role:Join as an early engineer with significant equity opportunitiesThis is a full-time position located in San Francisco, CAEnjoy flexible working hoursReceive comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, with 100% of the premium coveredCollaborate closely with founders and early adoptersThrive in a high-ownership culture with rapid development cyclesWhat Makes You a Good Fit:Proficient in navigating the technology stack, from APIs and data layers to user interfaces and client-facing toolsExcellent communication skills and a confident approach to engaging directly with enterprise clientsAbility to distill complex, ambiguous problems into clear and effective solutionsStrong intuition for product design, user experience, and system architectureBonus Points:Familiarity with large language models (LLMs), retrieval systems, knowledge bases, or search technologiesExperience with enterprise software platforms (CRMs, ticketing systems, content management systems)Previous experience handling large or complex datasetsA solid understanding of AI technologies and their practical applications

Thinking Machines Lab brings together scientists, engineers, and innovators behind widely recognized AI products such as ChatGPT and Character.ai, as well as open-source frameworks like PyTorch, OpenAI Gym, Fairseq, and Segment Anything. The team is driven by a mission to enhance humanity through collaborative general intelligence, aiming for a future where AI adapts to individual needs and goals. Tinker, the lab’s fine-tuning API, empowers researchers and developers to customize advanced AI models for their own use cases. Tinker manages the infrastructure, allowing users to train open-weight models with their chosen datasets, algorithms, and objectives. As Tinker grows its user base and features, the team is expanding to better support the community. Role overview The Forward Deployed Engineer acts as the main point of contact for a broad range of clients, from solo developers to large organizations. This role identifies customer challenges and requirements, then translates those insights into actionable product improvements. Both customer interaction and product development responsibilities are central to this position. What you will do Triage and resolve customer issues across the full stack, including analyzing logs, reproducing failures, and tracing job executions. Develop tools, integrations, and automation to address recurring problems and speed up user support. Create and update clear documentation and practical guides based on real user experiences and implementations. Work closely with research and infrastructure teams to turn customer feedback into prioritized engineering tasks. Help shape Tinker’s product roadmap by sharing insights from daily customer interactions.