Early-stage AI firm safeguarding public funds through advanced fraud detection.

Forward Deployed Engineer, U.S. Government

Washington DCHybrid$180K - $230K2 - 10 years
You are a pragmatic engineer who thrives in high-stakes environments where code directly impacts national integrity. Working on-site in Washington DC, you will embed with federal agencies to deploy Python-based solutions that uncover waste and abuse in real time. This role demands more than just technical skill; it requires the diplomatic finesse to translate complex AI capabilities into actionable insights for government stakeholders.

What they're looking for

  • 4 to 6 years of professional software engineering experience with deep proficiency in Python
  • Proven ability to deploy technical solutions directly within government or defense sector environments
  • Strong communication skills capable of bridging the gap between engineering teams and non-technical officials
  • Eligibility to work on-site in Washington DC and obtain necessary security clearances
  • Experience building data-intensive applications focused on anomaly detection or financial analysis

Tech stack

Python

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