> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1425713-forward-deployed-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1425713-forward-deployed-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Forward Deployed Engineer - **Company:** Mariposa - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $200,000.0 - $250,000.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Distributed Systems, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, ReactJS, Information Technology, Golang - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=79ace3fbe9a5b36d ## About the Role Our client is a defense robotics startup building next-generation command-and-control (C2) systems for autonomous platforms operating across air, land, and maritime environments. They are seeking Forward Deployed Engineers with 1-7 years of experience to work directly alongside U.S. military and government customers, ensuring mission success in real-world operational environments. This is a highly technical, customer-facing engineering role that combines software development, systems integration, and field operations. You'll deploy production software, troubleshoot complex distributed systems under real-world conditions, collaborate directly with military operators, and rapidly develop solutions that have an immediate impact on mission outcomes. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving challenging technical problems, and want to see your code used in the field, this is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of software, robotics, and national security., * 1-7 years of experience in software engineering, forward deployed engineering, solutions engineering, or similar customer-facing technical roles. * Strong full-stack development experience, with proficiency in Golang and React. * Experience designing and building scalable distributed systems with solid software architecture fundamentals. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, or another technical discipline. Ideal Background Senior Candidates (5-7 years): * Experience leading forward deployed engineering engagements or customer implementations. * Proven ability to own customer relationships, lead deployments, and mentor junior engineers. Early-Career Candidates (1-2 years): * Exceptional technical aptitude demonstrated through top internships, rapid career progression, or experience as an early engineer at a high-growth startup. * Evidence of outstanding technical achievement, such as competitive programming, hackathons, mathematics competitions, or attendance at a highly selective university. What Makes You Successful * High ownership and bias toward action. * Comfortable working in ambiguous, fast-changing environments. * Excellent problem-solving skills under pressure. * Strong communication skills with both technical teams and end users. * Excited to work hands-on with software, hardware, and customers in mission-critical environments. ## Description * Deploy, integrate, and support command-and-control (C2) software directly with U.S. military and government customers across domestic and international locations. * Travel approximately 50-75% to customer sites, including coastal and maritime environments, to support testing, training, and operational deployments. * Diagnose and resolve software and systems issues in the field, rapidly developing and deploying production-quality fixes when needed. * Gather feedback and technical requirements directly from end users, translating operational needs into product improvements and new capabilities. * Work alongside drone operators and mission teams during live operations involving autonomous systems across air, land, and maritime domains. * Partner closely with the core engineering team, bringing field insights back into the product development process. * Operate independently in dynamic environments, taking ownership of everything from software development and systems integration to hardware troubleshooting when required. ## Related Videos - [Best Practices for AI-Assisted Development of Distributed Systems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100200-best-practices-for-ai-assisted-development-of-distributed-systems) - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! : Getting Started with Cypress in ReactJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/282-watch-tests-go-brrrr-getting-started-with-cypress-in-reactjs) - [Go with the Flow: Stop the Leaks Before Your Memory's a Waterfall!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100073-go-with-the-flow-stop-the-leaks-before-your-memory-s-a-waterfall) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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