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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Forward Deployed Solution Engineer (UK) - **Company:** Prophecy - **Location:** Sheffield, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, BigQuery, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Snowflake, Api Design, Webhooks, Data Pipelines, Databricks - **Published:** August 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/44344899/ ## About the Role decisions, best practices, and long-term scalability Identify Expansion Opportunities: Partner with customers to uncover additional use cases and drive continued adoption and growth Close the Product Feedback Loop: Surface recurring challenges and contribute to product improvements through technical insights and specifications Operate with Ownership: Manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously, maintaining a high bar for quality and execution What You'll Need 5+ years of experience in technical pre-sales (Solutions Engineering, Sales Engineering) 5+ years in a customer-facing role (Forward Deployed Engineering, Implementation Engineering, or Software Engineering) Strong hands-on experience building and shipping production systems in customer environments Proficiency in SQL and at least one scripting language (Python, JavaScript, or similar) Experience working with APIs, webhooks, and system integrations Familiarity with modern data stacks (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery) and ETL workflows Experience in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes for both technical and non-technical stakeholders Preferred Qualifications Experience in a high-growth startup or fast-paced environment Background in solution architecture or technical pre-sales Experience authoring Statements of Work (SOWs) and scoping customer implementations Familiarity with data modeling, data pipelines, and large-scale data systems Comfort working across the full customer lifecycle, from pre-sales through post-deployment Your submission of this information is governed by our privacy policy and our use thereof. #J-18808-Ljbffr ## Description value quickly. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving ambiguous problems, and takes pride in delivering real-world impact through production systems. What You'll Do Own the Technical Win: Partner with Account Executives to lead deep technical discovery, shape solution design, and directly influence deal outcomes Translate Requirements into Solutions: Turn complex, ambiguous business needs into clear technical architectures, scoped plans, and executable project roadmaps Build & Ship Production Systems: Develop integrations, write scripts, configure APIs, and manage data flows to deliver production-ready implementations Drive Time-to-Value: Lead end-to-end deployments, ensuring customers reach their initial value milestones within the first 60-90 days Bridge Pre-Sales to Delivery: Own the transition from sales to implementation, including scoping, SOW creation, and execution Act as a Strategic Technical Advisor: Guide customers on architecture ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Beyond Webhooks: The Future of Scalable API Event Delivery](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100312-beyond-webhooks-the-future-of-scalable-api-event-delivery) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Making Data Warehouses fast. 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