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Defense - Senior Forward Deployed Engineer

Applied Intuition· Defense
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Washington, DC$150k - $200kFull-timePosted 7mo ago

About the role

Senior Forward Deployed Engineer focused on deploying, integrating, and operating Applied Intuition’s vehicle intelligence platforms with defense and government customers, bridging commercial technology with DOD environments and leading end-to-end execution of high-stakes projects.

Responsibilities

  • Work directly with defense and government customers to deploy, integrate, and operationalize Applied Intuition's vehicle intelligence products in military and government environments, from defense contractors to forward operating bases
  • Tackle a broad range of technical challenges, including software engineering, operating system configuration, system deployment, and hardware integration
  • Bridge customer-built systems and Applied’s solutions to deliver tangible value
  • Design and implement scalable, consistent approaches for customer engagement and project execution
  • Develop architectural solutions that improve consistency and scalability across projects
  • Collaborate with internal engineering, product, and customer teams to ensure successful outcomes
  • Take ownership of technical outcomes and drive projects to completion, adapting to changing requirements and priorities

Qualifications

  • Strong engineering background, preferred in fields such as Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering
  • Strong coder with proficiency in C++, Python
  • Broad technical experience across software engineering, operating systems, and some hardware
  • Experience supporting integration and deployment of complex systems
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to thrive independently in ambiguous and rapidly evolving environments
  • Excellent communication skills and customer-focused mindset

Skills

Required:Programming (C++)Programming (Python)System integrationOperating systemsCustomer engagement
Nice to have:Hardware integration

Benefits

  • Base salary, equity and benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, paid time off
Last updated May 26, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Applied Intuition

Building vehicle intelligence | Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company with the tools, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks for creating safe, AI-powered vehicle experiences.

AIAutonomy stacksSelf-Driving SystemSimulationTesting & ValidationVehicle IntelligenceVehicle OSai-infrastructure-and-development
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