Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) / AI Engineer

VDart, Inc.
Juno Beach, United States
23 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
1 year minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Artificial Intelligence Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Databases Continuous Integration Software Debugging Programming Tools Python (Programming Language) Software Engineering Scripting
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Google Cloud GitHub Copilot Retrieval-Augmented Generation Transfer Learning Large Language Models Claude Code Prompt Engineering Model Validation AI Coding Agents Agentic-AI Containerization Cloudflare Enterprise Integration Restful APIs Model Context Protocol Webhooks Software Version Control Api Management Docker

Job description

  • Work onsite with client engineering teams to understand workflows, technical challenges, and integration requirements.
  • Configure, deploy, customize, and troubleshoot AI coding tools such as Devin, Windsurf, Claude Code, and GitHub Copilot.
  • Build and configure Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers and clients to connect AI agents with internal tools, APIs, and databases.
  • Set up secure connectivity using ngrok, Cloudflare Tunnel, SSH tunneling, and similar technologies.
  • Develop Python scripts, automation, and API integrations to connect AI agents with enterprise systems.
  • Assist with LLM adaptation and fine-tuning activities, including LoRA, PEFT, prompt tuning, dataset preparation, and model evaluation.
  • Rapidly develop prototypes and proof-of-concepts based on client requirements and feedback.
  • Troubleshoot and debug integrations in live client environments.
  • Create technical documentation and provide technical enablement and training to client teams.
  • Gather client feedback and communicate technical requirements and challenges to product and engineering teams.

Requirements

We are looking for a motivated Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) / AI Engineer with 1-2 years of IT or software engineering experience to work directly with client engineering teams in an enterprise environment.

This is a hands-on, client-facing role focused on deploying AI-powered developer tools, building custom integrations, developing automation, and troubleshooting technical solutions. The ideal candidate is technically curious, comfortable working in fast-paced environments, and passionate about emerging AI technologies and developer tooling., * 1-2 years of professional IT or software engineering experience.

  • Must be local to Juno Beach, FL, or willing to relocate at their own expense before the start date.
  • Must be available to work onsite from Day 1. No remote or hybrid option.
  • Working knowledge of AI coding assistants such as Devin, Windsurf, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or similar tools.
  • Understanding of MCP (Model Context Protocol) architecture, including experience building or consuming MCP servers.
  • Hands-on experience with ngrok, Cloudflare Tunnel, SSH port forwarding, or similar tunneling technologies.
  • Strong Python skills for scripting, automation, and API integration.
  • Exposure to LLM fine-tuning, including LoRA/PEFT, dataset preparation, and model evaluation.
  • Familiarity with Git/GitHub and standard version-control practices.
  • Basic understanding of REST APIs, webhooks, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with Docker, containerization, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Exposure to vector databases and RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation).
  • Prior client-facing, consulting, or technical support experience.
  • Familiarity with prompt engineering and agentic AI workflows.
  • Experience rapidly developing technical prototypes and proof-of-concepts.

Key Soft Skills

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Comfortable working directly with clients and technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently in ambiguous and fast-paced environments.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
  • Comfortable debugging live technical issues under pressure.
  • Strong curiosity and willingness to learn emerging AI technologies.
  • Creative and solution-oriented mindset.

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