Unit21 · 2 months ago
Forward Deployment Engineer; hybrid post and pre sales(London)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$12K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expUnit21 is a rapidly growing Series C startup focused on leveraging data to combat fraud and money laundering. They are seeking a Senior Forward Deployed Solutions Engineer to lead technical discovery, oversee deployments, and ensure customers maximize the value of Unit21’s AML and Fraud platform.
ComplianceDeveloper APIsFraud DetectionRisk ManagementSoftware
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end implementation process — from technical discovery and architecture design through data integration, configuration, and go-live
Design and document scalable solutions leveraging APIs, ETL pipelines, and data mapping between customer systems and Unit21
Translate complex business and compliance requirements into technical architectures for AML and fraud detection workflows
Troubleshoot integration and configuration issues to ensure smooth delivery
Partner with Customer Success Managers post-launch to optimize performance, build custom workflows, and expand platform adoption
Capture and share best practices, reusable templates, and integration patterns to accelerate future deployments
Collaborate with Account Executives to support technical discovery and solution design during evaluations
Contribute to tailored demos or Proofs of Concept, ensuring technical continuity into implementation
Advise on data architecture, integration strategy, and operational readiness for strategic prospects
Serve as a trusted technical voice in customer conversations, helping align product capabilities with business objectives
Partner closely with Product and Engineering to provide structured feedback on customer needs, new integrations, and roadmap priorities
Collaborate with GTM leadership to refine demo environments, onboarding processes, and internal enablement materials
Help establish Unit21’s technical foundation and knowledge base for the EMEA region
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in Solutions Engineering, Forward Deployed Engineering, or Implementation roles in SaaS, FinTech, or RegTech
Strong technical foundation across APIs (REST, Webhooks, Postman)
ETL pipelines, data ingestion, and schema mapping
Relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL)
Python or JavaScript/TypeScript
Proven experience translating business and compliance requirements into scalable technical solutions
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including with non-technical audiences
Comfortable operating in a dynamic, high-growth startup environment
Preferred
Experience working with financial institutions or fintechs strongly preferred
Domain knowledge in financial crime, AML, or fraud detection a plus
Benefits
Competitive salary and pre-IPO stock options
100% company-paid medical, dental and vision insurance (for employee)
Optional HSA and FSA medical reimbursement accounts
Unlimited paid time off
Generous leave programs for life events
401(k)
Charity matching
Annual Learning & Development stipend
One-time Home office set-up stipend
Commuter benefits
Happy hours and team-building events
Great office space in the San Francisco Financial District
Fully stocked kitchen
Lunch and dinner provided in SF office at least 3x per week
A great company culture with a strong emphasis on diversity, equity and inclusion
Company
Unit21
Unit21 is a no-code platform for risk and compliance operations.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$92MKey Investors
Tiger Global ManagementA.Capital VenturesGradient
2022-06-29Series C· $45M
2021-07-07Series B· $34M
2020-10-19Series A· $13M
Leadership Team
Trisha Kothari
CEO, founder
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