Senior Software Engineer (Forward Deployed) at Invisible Technologies

This role is designed for a seasoned engineer (6+ years) who thrives at the intersection of high-level software architecture and hands-on client consulting. The

Work type: hybrid

Location: Austin, Texas - Hybrid; New York - Hybrid; San Francisco Bay Area - Hybrid; Washington DC–Baltimore - Hybrid

Salary: $180,000 – $264,000/yr

Type: Full-time

Summary

This role is designed for a seasoned engineer (6+ years) who thrives at the intersection of high-level software architecture and hands-on client consulting. The ideal candidate has deep experience building production-grade AI systems, specifically using Python and LLM frameworks like LangChain or OpenAI. You should be someone who enjoys "messy" data problems and isn't afraid to jump from writing backend code to presenting technical roadmaps to stakeholders. The compensation is highly competitive, reaching up to $266k plus bonuses and equity. While the role is hybrid across major tech hubs (Austin, NYC, SF, DC/Baltimore), it offers a unique "Forward Deployed" lifestyle that involves 25–50% travel to work directly on-site with world-class clients. This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing, profitable company that is deeply embedded in the AI ecosystem. **You might be a good fit if you:** * Are proficient in the modern AI stack (Hugging Face, Pinecone, LangChain) and backend infra (Docker, Kubernetes). * Have experience with complex data orchestration, specifically Unity Catalog and ETL pipelines. * Enjoy a high-stakes, fast-paced environment where you own projects from prototype to deployment. * Are comfortable with significant travel and being "on-call" to ensure client success.

Job Description

## About Invisible

Invisible Technologies makes AI work. Our end-to-end AI platform structures messy data, automates digital workflows, deploys agentic solutions, measures outcomes, and integrates human expertise where it matters most.

Our platform cleans, labels, and structures company data so it is ready for AI. It adapts models to each business and adds human expertise when needed, the same approach we have used to improve models for more than 80% of the world’s top AI companies, including Microsoft, AWS, and Cohere.

Our successes span industries, from supply chain automation for Swiss Gear to AI-enabled naval simulations with SAIC, and validating NBA draft picks for the Charlotte Hornets.

Profitable for more than half a decade, Invisible reached $134M in revenue and ranked as the number two fastest growing AI company on the 2024 Inc. 5000. In September 2025, we raised $100M in growth capital to accelerate our mission of making AI actually work in the enterprise and to advance our platform technology.

## About The Role

As a Senior Software Engineer, Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) you'll work directly with clients and our internal delivery teams to build and deploy AI-powered solutions that transform how work gets done. You’ll own projects end-to-end: scoping ambiguous problems, prototyping AI workflows, and deploying scalable systems on top of our products — all while interfacing with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

This is a hybrid role: equal parts AI engineer, software builder, and technical consultant. It's perfect for someone who wants to be hands-on with models and close to the impact they generate.

#### Please note - We are always looking to connect with talented individuals for this role. This posting is part of our ongoing effort to build a strong pipeline of candidates and may not correspond to an immediate opening. Candidates who move forward in the process may be considered for current and future opportunities as they arise.

## What You’ll Do

Collaborate with delivery leaders to scope technical solutions to operational problems

Identify workflow optimizations through deep engagement with customer problems and work to build into a stable and scalable solution

Design and implement AI-powered workflows using LLMs, embedding models, retrieval systems, and automation tools

Translate messy real-world constraints (e.g., inconsistent data, latency requirements) into elegant engineering solutions

Iterate quickly based on real-time feedback from operators and clients

Build reusable tooling and infrastructure that accelerates future deployments

## What We Need

6+ years of software engineering experience, including significant time spent building data, ML, or backend systems

Python & ML/LLM Frameworks: Deep proficiency in Python with hands-on experience using Hugging Face, LangChain, OpenAI, Pinecone, and related ecosystems

Deployment & Infrastructure: Skilled in full-stack and API-based deployment patterns, including Docker, FastAPI, Kubernetes, and cloud environments (GCP, AWS)

Platform Orchestration:Experienced with workflow orchestration libraries, pub/sub systems (Kafka), and schema governance

Data Management: Expertise in data governance and operations, including Unity Catalog and policy management, cluster/job orchestration, data contracts and quality enforcement, Delta/ETL pipelines, and replay processes

Strong product and system design instincts — you understand business needs and how to translate them into technical architecture

Experience building usable systems from messy data and ambiguous requirements

Excellent communication and client-facing skills; you’ve led conversations with technical and non-technical stakeholders alike

Proven experience owning projects from scoping through deployment in ambiguous, high-stakes environments

Be willing to be on-call for our customers when situations arise

Ability to travel roughly 25–50% of the time, sometimes short-notice trips—primarily across North America with occasional international roll-outs—to work directly on-site with clients

Strong engineering background demonstrated by a Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science and related fields OR equivalent professional experience

## What’s In It For You

Invisible is committed to fair and competitive pay, ensuring that compensation reflects both market conditions and the value each team member brings. Our salary structure accounts for regional differences in cost of living while maintaining internal equity.

For this position, the annual salary ranges by location are:

Tier 1: $180,000 - $264,000

Tier 2:$164,000 - $240,000

Offers will also include bonus + equity
You can find more information about our geographic pay tiers here. During the interview process, your Invisible Talent Acquisition Partner will confirm which tier applies to your location. For candidates outside the U.S., compensation is adjusted to reflect local market conditions and cost of living.
Bonuses and equity are included in offers above entry level. Final compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including location, job-related experience, skills, knowledge, internal pay equity, and overall market conditions. Because of this, every offer is unique. Additional details on total compensation and benefits will be discussed during the hiring process.
## What It's Like to Work at Invisible:
At Invisible, we’re not just redefining work—we’re reinventing it. We operate at the intersection of advanced AI and human ingenuity, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible to unlock productivity and scale. Ownership is at the core of everything we do. Here, you won’t just execute tasks—you’ll build, innovate, and shape the future alongside world-class clients pushing the boundaries of AI.
We expect bold ideas, relentless drive, and the ability to turn ambiguity into opportunity. The pace is fast, the challenges are big, and the growth is unmatched. We’re not for everyone, and we’re okay with that. If you’re looking for predictable routines, this isn’t the place for you. But if you’re driven to create, thrive in dynamic environments, and want a front-row seat to the AI revolution, you’ll fit right in.

Country Hiring Guidelines:Invisible is a hybrid organization with offices and team members located around the world. While some roles may offer remote flexibility, most positions involve in-office collaboration and are tied to specific locations. Any location-based requirements or hybrid expectations will be communicated by our Talent Acquisition team during the recruiting process.AI Interviewing Guidelines:Our hiring team thoughtfully uses AI to support an efficient, engaging, and inclusive interview process. Since AI can also be a helpful tool for candidates, we've outlined expectations for using it ethically throughout your interview journey.Click here to learn more about how we use AI and our guidelines for candidates.Accessibility Statement:

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please submit your request using our accommodation request form. A member of our team will follow up to support your request.Here is the link the google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScqsu0PCQ0m0lwt-VFeXovNbZxWk0jogv8QI_ciGqZsIbSBjQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=102356854798492362557Equal Opportunity Statement:We’re an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.Due to a high volume of candidates, Invisible may use automated decision-maker technologies to filter candidates based on response to our application questions and other provided information. Our use of automated decision-making enables us to be efficient by providing a manageable list of possible candidates that meet our mandatory hiring criteria. If you object to our use of automated decision-making please contact us.*

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