Forward Deployed Engineer

Join to apply for the Forward Deployed Engineer role at HappyRobot. About HappyRobot HappyRobot is the AI-native operating system for the real economy—a system that closes the circuit between intelligence and action. By combining real-time truth, specialized AI workers, and an orchestrating intelligence, we help enterprises run complex, mission‑critical operations with true autonomy. Our AI OS compounds knowledge, optimizes at every level, and evolves over time. We’re starting with supply chain and industrial‑scale operations, where resilience, speed, and continuous improvement matter most—freeing humans to focus on strategy, creativity, and other high‑value tasks. HappyRobot has raised $62M to date, including our most recent $44M Series B in September 2025. Investors include Y Combinator, Andreessen Horowitz and Base10. Role Overview We are looking for a versatile and highly skilled Forward Deployed Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will combine strong technical abilities with excellent communication skills, working directly with customers to ensure they maximize the value of HappyRobot’s AI platform. You will be involved in onboarding, implementation, and ongoing support, while also contributing to product development and innovation. What You’ll Do Customer‑Facing Engineering – Work closely with customers from onboarding to ongoing usage, helping them integrate and optimize our AI solutions. Technical Development – Build new features, MVPs, and scalable solutions that directly impact customer outcomes. Full‑Stack Development – Utilize React, TypeScript, Node.js, and Python to develop robust applications and tools. AI/ML Applications – Design, implement, and iterate on AI/ML solutions, including LLM prompting, tuning of voices, and transcribers. Integration & APIs – Manage APIs and integrations with third‑party systems to ensure seamless functionality for customers. Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Partner with Product, Engineering, and Customer Success teams to deliver tailored solutions. Iterative Problem‑Solving – Continuously iterate and improve AI solutions based on customer feedback and evolving requirements. Project Management – Prioritize and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining high‑quality results. Must Have Strong full‑stack experience: React, TypeScript, Node.js. Hands‑on proficiency in Python. Experience building AI/ML applications, including LLM prompting and tuning. Ability to manage APIs and integrate with third‑party systems. Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders. Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines. Founder mindset: highly independent, takes ownership, and thrives in a fast‑paced environment. Why join us? Opportunity to work at a high‑growth AI startup backed by top investors. Ownership & Autonomy – Take full ownership of projects and ship fast. Top‑Tier Compensation – Competitive salary + equity in a high‑growth startup. Work With the Best – Join a world‑class team of engineers and builders. Equal Opportunity – HappyRobot is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We provide equal scholarships and accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We value diversity and are committed to hiring a workforce that represents a wide range of perspectives. By submitting your request, you confirm that you have read and understood the privacy policy and that you agree to the processing of your personal data as described. Personal data will be processed by Happyrobot, Inc., acting as Data Controller. It will be used solely for the recruitment process and will be deleted after three months of inactivity. You may exercise your rights regarding your personal data by contacting security@happyrobot.ai. Please refer to our privacy policy for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr