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Staff Forward Deployed Engineer, Physical Sciences (Level Flexible)

Lila Sciences
Location
Cambridge, MA USA
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Software
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Domain expertise in chemistry, materials science, or related field
  • Ability to communicate effectively with external partners and internal product and technical leaders
  • Experience with data engineering, ETL pipelines, and working with complex datasets
  • Strong full-stack development skills with the ability to work across backend, frontend, and data layers
  • Exceptional problem-solving abilities and comfort with ambiguous requirements
  • Knack for product discovery and an ability to pass well-defined customer requirements back to the product teams
Nice to have
  • Previous customer-facing or consulting experience
  • Depth in controls engineering and machine learning
  • Experience with atomistic simulation software (VASP; Quantum Espresso)
  • Familiarity with ML/AI implementation and deployment
  • Familiarity with modern web technologies (TypeScript, React)
What the job really is

As a Staff Forward Deployed Engineer at LILA, you will work closely with materials science teams to develop and deploy innovative solutions that enhance their capabilities using AI and software tools. Your role involves creating custom data analysis tools, real-time data pipelines, and intuitive interfaces, all while engaging directly with customers to understand their unique challenges. This position emphasizes rapid development and deployment, allowing you to ship production code quickly and make a significant impact.

Benefits
  • Competitive base compensation with bonus potential and generous early-stage equity
  • Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance
  • Flexible time off with generous company-wide holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Educational assistance program
Things to weigh
  • No specific technologies or frameworks mentioned, which may indicate a need for adaptability
  • The role involves significant customer interaction, which may not suit all candidates
  • Travel requirements may vary based on customer needs
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