Lead Forward Deployed Engineer US - Miami

About the role

This is a high-ownership technical leadership role. You will design and ship production systems, architect scalable data pipelines, engage directly with enterprise customers, and influence go-to-market strategy.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead complex enterprise deployments from scoping to production
• Build and ship production-grade AI and data systems (Java, Python, SQL, cloud)
• Integrate with ERP, MES, PLM, and broader industrial ecosystems
• Translate operational ambiguity into structured execution
• Formalize best practices and scale the Forward Deployed function

Our Model

The goal: build once, scale repeatedly.

Who You Are

• 5+ years in Data, Software, ML, or Forward Deployed roles, ideally customer-facing
• Strong end-to-end data skills: ingestion to production (Python, SQL, Snowflake/DBT/Airflow, AWS)
• Comfortable with complex enterprise data (ERP, supply chain, manufacturing)
• Solution Framing end-to-end from a customer need / issue
• Clear communicator with strong business acumen
• Autonomous, scrappy, and effective in fast-moving startup environments
• Hands-on with AI, LLMs, and automation to accelerate execution
• Systems thinker with strong ownership and execution mindset
• Proven experience scaling initiatives and leading high-performing teams

What we offer

• Join an exciting adventure with a lot of challenges at all levels!
• Work on a highly impactful AI-native product that transforms how the world's leading manufacturers plan and optimize operations
• Miami office location with modern workspace and collaborative environment
• Competitive compensation including base salary, performance bonus, and equity (Stock Options for every Pelican)
• Comprehensive benefits package:
• Premium health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO policy + company holidays

Professional development

Budget for conferences, courses, and learning

Flexible work arrangements

with remote flexibility