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# Forward Deployed AI Engineer

- **Company:** Stem
- **Location:** McLean, VA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, Computer Vision, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Linux, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, TypeScript, Rust (Programming Language), Kubernetes, Information Technology, Docker, Golang
- **Published:** September 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/ca7df7a0-7072-4108-8d0c-928a1e64e349

## About the Role

* Strong software engineering background with experience building and deploying production applications\\n
 * Experience working with Python and modern backend technologies\\n
 * Background with Docker, Kubernetes, Linux, and cloud infrastructure\\n
 * Experience working directly with customers or in a client-facing engineering role\\n
 * Ability to translate complex business problems into technical solutions\\n
 * Comfortable owning projects and deployments from initial discovery through production\\n
 * BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field\\n, * Experience with AI/ML or deploying AI-powered applications\\n
 * Background in computer vision, robotics, automation, or industrial technology\\n
 * Experience working in a startup or fast-paced engineering environment\\n
 * Experience with cloud infrastructure and distributed systems\\n
 * Programming experience with Python, Javascript, Rust, Go, TypeScript, or similar languages\\n
 * Previous experience as a Forward Deployed Engineer, Solutions Engineer, or similar customer-facing technical role\\n
 * Masters in Computer Science or related field\\n



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