Staff Forward Deployed Engineer

About the job For our client, we are seeking a Staff Forward Deployed Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space. This role will lead technical work focused on secure, reliable systems and risk-aware execution. You will work across engineering, product, operations, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions. The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and the technology capabilities that enable long-term growth within a technology-driven environment. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $254,000 – $297,000 annually Responsibilities Contribute high-quality code and features directly to the the company product and systems Engage strategically with customers to resolve urgent technical challenges Develop and implement solutions to enhance customer adoption of the company products Translate findings from customer interactions into durable product improvements Lead thought leadership initiatives based on real user experiences and insights Qualifications 5-7 years experience in product engineering or platform engineering roles Proficient in Ruby on Rails and Go for code contributions Deep knowledge of DevSecOps practices including CI/CD and security compliance Ability to analyze complex system behaviors and coordinate across multiple teams Strong written communication skills for producing technical documentation and narratives Benefits Comprehensive benefits supporting health, finances, and well-being Flexible Paid Time Off policy Employee Resource Groups for community support Equity compensation and Employee Stock Purchase Plan available Growth and Development Fund for continued learning Parental leave policy to support family needs Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs. Desired Skills and Experience Ruby, Ruby on Rails, Go (GoLang), PostgreSQL, Redis, Sidekiq, Kubernetes, Docker, Linux, DevSecOps, GitLab CI/CD, Git, AI governance, observability tooling, GitLab.com, Dedicated GitLab, self-managed GitLab deployments, Vue, TypeScript, Terraform, AI-assisted software development, agentic workflows, model evaluation, context management, prompt/workflow design, Distributed Systems, SRE, Performance Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Enterprise Application Stacks (Java, .NET), APIs and Automation, Networking, Cloud Environments, CI/CD workflows, Technical Writing, Architectural Frameworks