FieldAI · 6 hours ago
1.532 Forward Deployed Engineer
Shreveport, LA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $300K/yr
2+ years expFieldAI is transforming how robots interact with the real world. As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will lead the deployment and integration of autonomous systems, ensuring their performance in real-world conditions while collaborating with customers and internal teams to drive adoption and reliability.
Enterprise SoftwareRobotic Process Automation (RPA)Robotics
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end deployment of autonomous systems in customer environments
Ensure systems are configured, tested, and operational under real-world conditions
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues quickly to maintain uptime and mission success
Gather and analyze field feedback to identify areas for improvement
Work closely with product and engineering teams to drive enhancements into the core system
Implement monitoring and diagnostic tools to ensure sustained reliability
Partner with customer teams to train and support operators in achieving operational readiness
Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable workflows
Act as a trusted advisor to accelerate adoption and long-term value realization
Serve as the voice of the customer, bringing field insights back to engineering and product teams
Collaborate across software, hardware, and AI research groups to deliver integrated solutions
Contribute to building scalable deployment practices and playbooks for future rollouts
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or higher in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience)
2-3 years of experience in software engineering, systems integration in Field Robotics industry
Experience in field deployment of complex technical systems
Proficiency in Python, C++, Git, ROS
Familiarity with Linux-based systems, containerization, and cloud infrastructure
Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills across software, hardware, and networking layers
Self-starter mindset with the ability to thrive in ambiguous and rapidly changing environments
Preferred
Experience deploying, operating, or maintaining mission-critical systems in real-world environments
Experience in working in Oil and Gas industry
Experience using Jira or Wrike or Confluence or other program management software tools
Ability to work directly with customers in high-stakes, fast-paced settings, translating needs into technical solutions
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users
Willingness to travel and work on-site with customers as needed
Company
FieldAI
FieldAI is pioneering the development of a field-proven, hardware agnostic brain technology that enables many different types of robots to operate autonomously in hazardous, offroad, and potentially harsh industrial settings – all without GPS, maps, or any pre-programmed routes.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$405M2025-08-20Series Unknown· $91M
2025-08-20Series A· $314M
Leadership Team
Ali Agha
Founder and CEO
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