Senior Forward Deployed Engineer

Veeam Software

. Own technical delivery for the most complex customer accounts from deployment through scaled, everyday use .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in technical delivery and solution architecture across complex customer environments, with strong software engineering skills in Python, Go, or TypeScript. Proficient in deploying and operating solutions in cloud, hybrid, and on-premises settings, while ensuring data security and compliance with regulatory standards.

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Technical Delivery OwnershipSolution Architecture DesignKubernetes and Cloud PlatformsAPIs and System IntegrationData Security and Privacy Knowledge

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Hard Skills

PythonGoTypeScriptKubernetesCloud PlatformsSQLNoSQLData PipelinesAutomationIntegration Development

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingTrust BuildingMentoringProblem SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AWSAzureGoogle CloudSIEMITSMData PlatformsAI-Native Developer ToolsSnowflakeDatabricksBigQuery

Certifications & Qualifications

GDPR FamiliaritySOC 2 FamiliarityISO 27001 Familiarity

Industry Keywords

Data SecurityPrivacyRegulatory ComplianceDSPMCSPMDLPData GovernanceAccess ControlEncryptionData Protection

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureBigQueryCloudITSMKubernetesLinuxNoSQLPythonSQLTypeScriptGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own technical delivery for the most complex customer accounts from deployment through scaled, everyday use
Lead deployments across hybrid environments including cloud, on-premises, Kubernetes, containers, Linux, and related infrastructure
Define solution architecture for customers with complex data estates, security needs, and business requirements
Adapt platform behavior when standard configuration does not match customer data, workflows, or risk models
Build and operate integrations across identity, SIEM, ITSM, data platforms, APIs, and downstream tools
Diagnose and resolve deep technical issues across data, deployment, infrastructure, and integration layers
Build reusable agents, automations, tools, and playbooks for the broader Forward Deployed Engineering team
Turn manual customer outcomes into repeatable workflows for remediation, alerting, reporting, and operational follow-up
Lead architecture and design sessions with executives, security and privacy leaders, business teams, and engineers
Mentor other Forward Deployed Engineers by reviewing solutions, sharing patterns, and unblocking complex technical work
Partner with Sales Engineering, Product, and Engineering on strategic POCs, customer escalations, and product feedback

Requirements

What you’ll need

8–12+ years of experience in deeply technical, customer-facing roles such as forward-deployed engineering, solutions engineering, platform engineering, or technical consulting
Strong software engineering skills in at least one language such as Python, Go, or TypeScript
Ability to read unfamiliar code and understand complex systems quickly
Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, containers, Linux, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Experience deploying and operating solutions across complex cloud, hybrid, and on-premises enterprise environments
Strong understanding of APIs, system integration, SQL/NoSQL data stores, and structured or unstructured data
Experience building practical technical solutions such as data pipelines, custom classifiers, integrations, automations, agents, or internal tools
Strong fluency with AI-native developer tools, agents, and automation, including creating reusable workflows
Ability to build trust with executives, business leaders, and engineering teams
Working knowledge of data security, privacy, and regulatory topics across industries and geographies
High ownership and strong critical thinking
Ability to bring structure to complex problems without a clear playbook
Bonus: experience with DSPM, CSPM, DLP, data governance, privacy platforms, or related security domains
Bonus: experience with AI agents, agentic coding assistants, MCP, or RAG systems
Bonus: familiarity with GDPR, SOC 2, or ISO 27001
Bonus: experience with Snowflake, Databricks, or BigQuery
Bonus: knowledge of access control, encryption, masking, or other data protection controls
Bonus: experience mentoring senior technical contributors or setting delivery standards

Benefits

Comp & perks

Unlimited paid time off
12 paid holidays including 4 global VeeaMe Days for self-care
24 paid volunteer hours annually through Veeam Cares
Paid parental leave: 8 weeks for all parents, 16 weeks for birthing parents
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on your first day
Mental health support, therapy sessions, and digital wellness tools via the Employee Assistance Program
401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support through Maven
AirVet: 24/7 virtual veterinary care at no cost
Legal services, identity protection, and supplemental health insurance options
Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting
On-demand learning libraries including LinkedIn Learning and O’Reilly
Mentoring, workshops, and learning events including the annual Global Day of Learning
Remote work arrangement