Forward Deployed Software Engineer (Client)
About The Position
We're looking for a Forward Deployed Software Engineer who thrives at the intersection of cutting-edge AI technology and real-world enterprise software challenges. You'll embed directly with our customer's engineering team in Burlington, MA, helping them revolutionize their software development with Blitzy. This isn't a typical solutions engineer role. You'll write production code, architect solutions, and work shoulder-to-shoulder with customer engineering teams to deliver transformative outcomes. You're equally comfortable debugging a complex integration, participating in sprint planning, or whiteboarding architecture with a CTO. Work Arrangement: This role requires being on-site with the customer in Burlington 3 days per week and at Blitzy headquarters (1 Kendall Square, Cambridge) 2 days per week. This structure ensures deep customer partnership while maintaining connection to our core engineering team.
Requirements
- 4-10 years of software engineering experience with a track record of shipping production code
- Fluency in multiple programming languages (Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, Go, or C#)
- Deep understanding of modern software development practices (CI/CD, microservices, cloud architecture)
- Experience with enterprise development workflows, including Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Hands-on experience with Jira and enterprise software development lifecycle
- Proven ability to navigate complex technical environments and stakeholder relationships
- Strong communication skills—you can explain technical concepts to anyone from intern to CTO
- Must be based in or willing to relocate to Greater Boston area for this hybrid role
Nice To Haves
- Experience at high-growth startups or in customer-facing engineering roles
- Background in AI/ML, developer tools, or enterprise modernization projects
- Track record of technical thought leadership (blogs, talks, open source contributions)
- Experience with legacy system modernization or large-scale migrations
- Passion for the future of AI-powered software development
Responsibilities
- Embed with customer teams during critical implementations, serving as their technical co-pilot
- Participate in customer sprint planning, architecture reviews, and technical decision-making
- Build custom solutions that demonstrate Blitzy's capabilities in their specific environment
- Write production-quality code to integrate Blitzy with existing enterprise systems
- Develop reusable patterns, scripts, and tools that accelerate customer adoption
- Debug complex issues spanning customer infrastructure and our platform
- Create technical demos that showcase advanced use cases
- Decompose executive vision into actionable engineering roadmaps
- Identify expansion opportunities within accounts based on technical insights
- Collaborate with our product team to prioritize features based on field experience
- Contribute to our technical documentation and best practices
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO and parental leave
- Top-tier equipment and home office stipend
- Learning & development budget
- Direct exposure to cutting-edge AI technology and enterprise customers
- Clear growth path to product, platform, or leadership roles
- The opportunity to define how enterprises build software in the AI era
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
