Forward Deployed Engineer (Mid-Senior) | Boston, Hybrid

About Our ClientOur Client is building a new generation of AI systems that combine deep learning, formal reasoning, and physics-based modeling to accelerate scientific and engineering innovation.Focused on transforming semiconductor and photonic hardware development, the company's mission is to deliver a 30x improvement in development speed, accessibility, and cost by 2030. By combining advanced AI with scientific rigor, Our Client is helping researchers and engineers solve some of the most complex challenges in hardware design and simulation. Location: Boston, United States (Hybrid) Compensation: $150,000 – $250,000 + Stock Options Work Authorization: Valid Work-Permit for USA Seniority: Mid-Senior LevelThe OpportunityOur Client is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer to serve as the technical bridge between customers and product teams. You will work directly with engineers, researchers, and technical leadership at customer organizations, translating complex scientific and engineering challenges into deployable AI-powered solutions.This role is ideal for someone who combines deep scientific knowledge with hands-on software engineering skills and enjoys working closely with customers to solve high-impact technical problems.What You'll DoPartner directly with customer engineering and research teamsUnderstand complex photonic, semiconductor, and hardware design workflowsDesign and deploy AI-powered workflows using LLMs, simulations, and scientific modelsBuild prototypes demonstrating AI-assisted modeling, optimization, and automationOrchestrate workflows combining AI systems, simulation environments, and customer dataTranslate field insights into product feedback and roadmap recommendationsAct as a trusted technical advisor throughout pilots and production deploymentsHelp shape the evolution of next-generation AI platforms for engineering applicationsRequirementsMSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Applied Mathematics, Photonics, or a related field4+ years of experience in Software Engineering, Applied AI, Solutions Engineering, or Forward Deployed EngineeringStrong Python programming skillsExperience with scientific computing and workflow orchestrationHands-on experience with LLMs, APIs, agentic systems, and modern AI toolingExperience working directly with customers or technical stakeholdersStrong communication and problem-solving skillsAbility to bridge scientific concepts and software implementationPreferred QualificationsExperience with LangChain, LlamaIndex, Pydantic, Ray, or similar frameworksExperience with semiconductor, photonics, or EDA environmentsHardware-software co-design experienceCloud or HPC deployment experiencePublished research combined with industry experiencePrevious experience in R&D-heavy or deep-tech environmentsExperience at organizations such as Palantir, Foundry, or other Forward Deployed Engineering teamsWhat We OfferCompetitive compensation packageStock Options PlanAccess to cutting-edge AI and scientific computing technologiesOpportunity to collaborate with leading researchers and engineersConference participation and research presentation opportunitiesDirect impact on the future of semiconductor and photonic developmentFast-moving, high-impact environment with significant ownershipIf you're passionate about applying AI to solve real-world scientific challenges and want to work closely with leading engineering organizations, we'd love to hear from you...