Forward-Deployed AI Engineer

H.I.G. Capital

Forward-Deployed AI Engineer driving measurable business impact across portfolio companies with AI automation. Evaluate, implement, and measure AI solutions to generate EBITDA impact.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRemote • California, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in implementing and integrating AI and ML systems, with a strong focus on evaluating third-party AI platforms and driving automation solutions. Proficient in Python and capable of defining success metrics and configuring workflows for measurable business impact.

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AI ImplementationMachine Learning SystemsPython ProgrammingThird-Party AI PlatformsAutomation Tools

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Hard Skills

AI ImplementationMachine Learning SystemsPython ProgrammingWorkflow ConfigurationSuccess Metrics Definition

Tools & Technologies

AI PlatformsAutomation Tools

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Computer ScienceMathematicsStatisticsData ScienceEngineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive measurable business impact across portfolio companies through AI-powered automation
Evaluate and select third-party AI platforms
Lead end-to-end implementation and configure workflows
Define baselines and success metrics before every deployment
Design and build targeted AI automation solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or Engineering
3+ years implementing, integrating, or building AI or ML systems
Demonstrated experience evaluating and deploying third-party AI platforms in enterprise environments
Technical depth in AI platforms and automation tools
Strong Python skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible/remote position
40% travel to portfolio company sites
Opportunity to work with a high-impact AI team