Forward Deployed Engineer
Swan
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: California • United States
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About the role
- Design, develop, and implement autonomy software for aerial autonomy, navigation, and real-time mapping.
- Work with internal product teams to integrate new features and improve existing functionality.
- Partner directly with customers and stakeholders, including in field testing and operational environments, to understand operational needs and deliver tailored solutions.
- Improve and troubleshoot performance of deployed systems, providing rapid iteration in response to end-user feedback and on-site challenges.
- Coordinate and execute field tests, demonstrations, and pilot programs in dynamic environments.
- Serve as the technical liaison between product development and end-users, translating practical feedback into actionable roadmaps for the engineering org.
- Champion best practices in code quality, security, and maintainability across the development lifecycle.
Requirements
- Prior experience in a relevant role at the intersection of product engineering and operations.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Proficiency in developing robust, production-grade software.
- Solid understanding of algorithms, data structures, and software design patterns.
- Demonstrated experience with robotics (e.g. ROS), autonomous systems, and real-time data processing.
- Familiarity with aerial platforms and associated hardware/software integrations (e.g., Ardupilot/PX4).
- Comfort in both customer-facing and hands-on technical roles, adapting to varied, fast-paced environments.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse, cross-functional teams.
Benefits
- Top-tier health, dental, vision, short-/long-term disability, and life insurance, with full employee coverage and partial coverage for dependents
- Flexible/reasonable vacation and sick leave
- 401(k) plans, FSA, HSA, and commuter benefits
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
software developmentalgorithmsdata structuressoftware design patternsroboticsautonomous systemsreal-time data processingproduction-grade softwarecode qualitysoftware security
Soft Skills
communicationcollaborationadaptabilitycustomer-facingproblem-solvingtechnical liaisonfeedback integrationteamworkfield testingstakeholder engagement
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer ScienceMaster's degree in Computer ScienceBachelor's degree in RoboticsMaster's degree in RoboticsBachelor's degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering