> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2708882-forward-deployed-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2708882-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:** Rime Labs Inc. - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States - **Salary:** $185,000.0 - $235,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, WebRTC, Core Voice Platform, Real Time Systems, Backend, Low Latency, Front End Software Development, Software Coding - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/forward-deployed-engineer-rime-labs-8299358 ## About the Role * A builder who wants to be customer-facing. You're most comfortable when you're writing code and in the room with the customer - not choosing between the two. * Full-stack capable. You can ship clean, production-quality systems quickly and aren't precious about the stack. * Deeply comfortable with APIs, SDKs, and cloud infrastructure in live customer environments. * Energized by ambiguity. You thrive when requirements are half-formed, the timeline is short, and the stakes are high. * A sharp communicator who goes deep with engineers and clearly frames business value for executives. * Done waiting on the sidelines. You want ownership, impact, and a seat at the table. Nice to Have * Experience with voice AI, TTS, speech, or real-time systems * Background working with ISVs, platforms, or developer ecosystems * Familiarity with WebRTC, streaming, or low-latency systems ## Description We're looking for a Forward Deployed Engineer to operate at the intersection of sales, product, and engineering - helping enterprise customers bring frontier voice AI into production. This is not a traditional solutions engineer role. You'll work directly with customers and internal teams to design prototypes, build integrations, solve technical blockers, and deploy production-ready systems in live environments. You'll own technical execution across the customer lifecycle: from early technical discovery and POCs to implementation and expansion. The work is highly hands-on and fast-moving. The best candidates are strong builders who enjoy working directly with customers and thrive in ambiguous environments. What You'll Do * Be a technical closer. 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