Forward Deployed Engineer

Inversion • New York, NY

84d

About The Position

Inversion is a technology company that develops cutting-edge products and services to enable blockchain-driven business model transformations of legacy businesses. We pursue targeted acquisitions that leverage our blockchain technology to fundamentally transform business models, drive significant cost reductions, and achieve industry-leading profitability—all while maintaining operational continuity in core business functions. By strategically combining decentralized systems with our disciplined acquisition methodology, we disrupt traditional industries and build scalable, high-growth and profitable businesses. We are backed by top-tier investors in crypto and tech. Our team brings deep experience from leading financial institutions and a decade of investing in crypto and technology. We’re at an inflection point where crypto is no longer just experimental—it’s actionable. At Inversion, you'll be a pioneer in shaping how blockchain is used to create meaningful impact across industries and proving to the world that, like the Internet, crypto is a technology that most businesses will adopt to remain competitive.

Requirements

• Strong technical foundation: Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field. You understand data structures, algorithms, and systems architecture, and you can apply them pragmatically.
• Forward-deployed mindset: You thrive working close to the customer, embedding with real teams to solve operational problems hands-on and at speed.
• Systems thinker: You see how pieces fit together — from data models to user experiences — and design solutions that work end-to-end.
• Exceptional communicator: You can fluidly translate between technical and business contexts, from code reviews with engineers to strategy discussions with executives.
• Ownership bias: You take initiative, define paths where none exist, and see projects through to production.
• Startup-ready: You prefer velocity over bureaucracy and impact over process. You’re energized by building in ambiguity and scaling what works.

Nice To Haves

• Experience at Palantir, Anduril, Scale AI, or in other forward-deployed engineering roles.
• Hands-on familiarity with blockchain systems (EVM, Avalanche, Cosmos, Layer 2s).
• Fintech or payments experience (KYC/KYB, custody, settlement).
• Background in distributed systems, data pipelines, or production debugging.
• Exposure to smart contract deployment or security best practices.
• Prior work in startup or high-autonomy environments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate deeply across teams: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with engineers, product leaders, and our portfolio companies to design, build, and deploy blockchain-powered systems that solve real business problems.
• Engineer and integrate at scale: Build and operate blockchain infrastructure (Avalanche subnet or EVM-compatible), fintech layers, and data pipelines that anchor financial and operational workflows on-chain.
• Develop bespoke solutions: Design and deliver custom applications, APIs, and integrations that translate complex business needs into production-grade systems across diverse industries.
• Engage directly with customers: Partner with stakeholders from technical leads to CEOs, guiding blockchain adoption through clear communication, rigorous execution, and pragmatic trade-offs.
• Drive end-to-end delivery: Own projects from ideation through deployment. Navigate ambiguity, adapt rapidly, and raise your threshold for solving hard, messy problems that create real enterprise value.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including base salary and discretionary bonuses.
• Significant potential for asymmetric upside, especially for individuals who are passionate about driving innovation in the blockchain and investment space.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree