Forward-Deployed Software Engineer

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. Collaborate with state agency leadership and IT staff to understand policy objectives and system constraints .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $139,050 - $159,650 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in translating complex policy needs into technical solutions, with strong proficiency in SQL and programming languages such as Python and JavaScript/TypeScript. Capable of building partnerships with government teams while effectively communicating technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.

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SQL ProficiencyPython ProgrammingJavaScript/TypeScript DevelopmentTechnical Project ScopingCustomer-Facing Experience

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Hard Skills

SQLPythonJavaScriptTypeScriptTechnical Solutions DevelopmentData Pipelines/ETLLegacy Systems IntegrationCloud InfrastructureFull-Stack DevelopmentCode Contribution

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingStakeholder EngagementTrust Building

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsClaudeCursorCopilotRelational Databases

Industry Keywords

Government TechnologyRegulated DataLegacy Enterprise SystemsDeployment RoadmapsCross-Functional Role

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudETLJavaScriptPythonReactSQLTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with state agency leadership and IT staff to understand policy objectives and system constraints
Translate partner needs into technical approaches and deployment roadmaps
Untangle messy data and legacy systems
Write scripts and create technical solutions for deployments in customer environments
Translate deployment challenges into insights for product and engineering teams
Contribute code to make platforms and products more scalable and configurable
Engage stakeholders from database administrators to agency executives
Scope and lead technical integrations with state partners
Travel on-site to state partners approximately 10% of the time
Build trust and long-term partnerships with government teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of practical experience building, customizing, and deploying software in a collaborative environment
Experience scoping technical projects, defining product requirements, or translating business/policy needs into technical solutions
Experience in a customer-facing and/or cross-functional role
Ability to communicate technical concepts to engineering teams and non-technical stakeholders
Strong proficiency in SQL and relational databases
Experience writing code and scripts in Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar languages
High tolerance for ambiguity and ability to explore, experiment, and document solutions in complex legacy environments
Willingness to travel occasionally to partner states
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience
Visa sponsorship is not available
Preferred: government technology, legacy enterprise systems, regulated data, data pipelines/ETL, cloud infrastructure, React/full-stack development, and AI tools such as Claude, Cursor, or Copilot

Benefits

Comp & perks

90% medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your dependents
Flexible time off, including 20 days of PTO, 3 days of paid volunteering time, and 13 paid holidays
12 weeks of paid parental leave
401(k) retirement plan with 5% company match and no vesting period
Complimentary One Medical membership (depending on location)
Partnership with Carrot providing inclusive fertility and family-forming benefits, hormonal health, and gender-affirming care benefits
Monthly ClassPass credit for personal wellness
Free mental health support via Talkspace
Flexible remote work or option to work from Oakland or Manhattan offices
Annual company offsite and other ad-hoc gatherings
Mission-driven startup environment with stretch opportunities