Forward Deployed Engineer

AI-powered code search and automation platform helping developers work more efficiently at enterprise companies.
$129,500 - $225,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
501 - 1,000 Employees
5+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Forward Deployed Engineer

Sourcegraph is revolutionizing software development by bringing AI-powered search and agents to enterprise companies. As a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE), you'll report directly to the CEO and work with the world's leading software companies to implement and enhance code AI capabilities. This role combines strong technical expertise with customer-facing skills, requiring up to 80% travel for on-site customer engagements.

The position offers rapid growth and learning opportunities, where you'll become intimately familiar with Sourcegraph's tech stack and product features within your first month. By six months, you'll be working with largest customers, building new capabilities, and becoming a go-to expert for complex integrations.

Sourcegraph is backed by top investors like a16z, Sequoia, and Redpoint, with $225M in funding. We serve 7 out of 10 top software companies, 4 out of 6 top US banks, and innovative companies like Stripe, Indeed, Tesla, and 1Password. Our mission is to make coding accessible to everyone, not just 0.1% of the population.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,500 to $225,000 based on experience level (IC1-IC5) and location zone, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. You'll be based in San Francisco headquarters, with extensive travel for customer engagements.

The ideal candidate combines strong software engineering background with excellent communication skills, passion for developer tools, and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. You'll be at the forefront of shaping the future of developer tools while working directly with some of the world's most sophisticated software companies.

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Responsibilities For Forward Deployed Engineer

  • Work directly with largest customers to build and improve code AI capabilities
  • Lead customer engagements from end-to-end
  • Identify and capitalize on new opportunities across customers
  • Contribute to refinement and scaling of the FDE program
  • Become expert in complex customer integrations
  • Build new capabilities and improve existing features in the product
  • Work closely with engineering and technical success teams

Requirements For Forward Deployed Engineer

Python
TypeScript
  • Strong software engineering background with hands-on coding experience
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think on your feet
  • Strong communication skills, both technical and non-technical
  • Experience with developer tools, code search, and AI-assisted coding
  • Comfortable with extensive travel (up to 80% of time)
  • Ability to work directly with customers and build relationships
  • Passion for developer tools and solving complex technical challenges

Benefits For Forward Deployed Engineer

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Competitive above-market salary
  • Equity compensation
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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