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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer, Forward Deployed Engineer - **Company:** Ai-powered - **Location:** UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £110,000.0 - £162,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Workflow Management Systems, Cloud Platform System, Large Language Models, Backend, Fastapi, Kubernetes, HuggingFace, Apache Kafka, Data Management, Api Design, GPT, Automation Anywhere, Docker - **Published:** September 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/senior-software-engineer-forward-deployed-invisible-technologies-2-10176061 ## About the Role * 6+ years of software engineering experience, including significant time spent building data, ML, or backend systems * Python & ML/LLM Frameworks: Deep proficiency in Python with hands-on experience using Hugging Face, LangChain, OpenAI, Pinecone, and related ecosystems * Deployment & Infrastructure: Skilled in full-stack and API-based deployment patterns, including Docker, FastAPI, Kubernetes, and cloud environments (GCP, AWS) * Platform Orchestration: Experienced with workflow orchestration libraries, pub/sub systems (Kafka), and schema governance * Data Management: Expertise in data governance and operations, including Unity Catalog and policy management, cluster/job orchestration, data contracts and quality enforcement, Delta/ETL pipelines, and replay processes * Strong product and system design instincts - you understand business needs and how to translate them into technical architecture * Experience building usable systems from messy data and ambiguous requirements * Excellent communication and client-facing skills; you've led conversations with technical and non-technical stakeholders alike * Proven experience owning projects from scoping through deployment in ambiguous, high-stakes environments * Be willing to be on-call for our customers when situations arise * Travel: Willingness to travel for on-site client engagements as needed * Onsite: Available to work from the office a few days per week, depending on team needs ## Description As a Senior Software Engineer, Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) you'll work directly with clients and our internal delivery teams to build and deploy AI-powered solutions that transform how work gets done. You'll own projects end-to-end: scoping ambiguous problems, prototyping AI workflows, and deploying scalable systems on top of our products - all while interfacing with technical and non-technical stakeholders. This is a hybrid role: equal parts AI engineer, software builder, and technical consultant. It's perfect for someone who wants to be hands-on with models and close to the impact they generate. What You'll Do * Collaborate with delivery leaders to scope technical solutions to operational problems * Identify workflow optimizations through deep engagement with customer problems and work to build into a stable and scalable solution * Design and implement AI-powered workflows using LLMs, embedding models, retrieval systems, and automation tools * Translate messy real-world constraints (e.g., inconsistent data, latency requirements) into elegant engineering solutions * Iterate quickly based on real-time feedback from operators and clients * Build reusable tooling and infrastructure that accelerates future deployments, Invisible is committed to fair and competitive pay, ensuring that compensation reflects both market conditions and the value each team member brings. Our salary structure accounts for regional differences in cost of living while maintaining internal equity., *Bonuses and equity are included in all full-time offers. Final compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including location, job-related experience, skills, knowledge, internal pay equity, and overall market conditions. Because of this, every offer is unique. Additional details on total compensation and benefits will be discussed during the hiring process. What It's Like to Work at Invisible: At Invisible, we're not just redefining work-we're reinventing it. We operate at the intersection of advanced AI and human ingenuity, pushing the boundaries of what's possible to unlock productivity and scale. Ownership is at the core of everything we do. Here, you won't just execute tasks-you'll build, innovate, and shape the future alongside world-class clients pushing the boundaries of AI. We expect bold ideas, relentless drive, and the ability to turn ambiguity into opportunity. The pace is fast, the challenges are big, and the growth is unmatched. We're not for everyone, and we're okay with that. If you're looking for predictable routines, this isn't the place for you. But if you're driven to create, thrive in dynamic environments, and want a front-row seat to the AI revolution, you'll fit right in. Country Hiring Guidelines: Invisible is a hybrid organization with offices and team members located around the world. While some roles may offer remote flexibility, most positions involve in-office collaboration and are tied to specific locations. 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