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Forward Deployed Engineer

Caylent
Location
MEXICO
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Anthropic Consulting and Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 8+ years of software development or technical architecture experience across varied stacks, including hyperscaler environments
  • 3+ years in engineering leadership, technical consulting, solutions architecture, or a combination
  • Demonstrated ability to engage across lines of business
  • Experience designing or advising on AI operating models, technology adoption strategies, or digital transformation programs
  • Hands-on familiarity with Claude Code or equivalent AI-assisted development tools
  • Certified Claude Architect
Nice to have
  • Experience mapping AI initiatives to business outcomes with executive-level ROI framing
  • Familiarity with PE portfolio company environments and board-level communication
  • Background in solutions architecture, platform engineering, or enterprise technology strategy
  • Experience with LLM prompt engineering, agentic AI workflow design, or AI product development
  • Direct experience with Claude Code’s extensibility model
What the job really is

As a Forward Deployed Engineer at Caylent, you will partner with an Agentic Architect to implement AI strategies and solutions for clients, focusing on AI adoption and business outcomes. Your role involves hands-on development, guiding technical direction, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure successful project execution. You will also contribute to refining methodologies and frameworks within the practice while maintaining strong executive relationships throughout the engagement process.

Benefits
  • 100% remote work
  • Medical Insurance for you and eligible dependents
  • Generous holidays and flexible PTO
  • Competitive phantom equity
  • Paid for exams and certifications
  • Peer bonus awards
Things to weigh
  • This role may require up to 50% travel, depending on business needs.
  • No visa sponsorship is available now or in the future.
  • The position involves both strategic delivery and account expansion responsibilities, which may not suit those preferring execution-only roles.
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