Forward Deployed Engineering Manager

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Forward Deployed Engineering Manager

Insight Global

Published 29 Oct 2026

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San Francisco, CA, USA

Onsite

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Technical Customer

LLMs

Forward Deployed Engineer

Generative AI

Machine Learning

Research

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

DataBricks

Description

The role involves managing a team of engineers focused on artificial intelligence and machine learning projects. The individual provides technical oversight and coaching while maintaining involvement in hands-on technical work. Responsibilities include meeting with customers to understand their requirements and proposing appropriate technical solutions. The manager assigns team members to projects based on individual strengths and technical needs. Additionally, the position requires partnering with internal research and account teams to deliver solutions and identifying new opportunities for existing customers. The role also entails building internal processes and playbooks to support team scaling.

Required Qualifications and Skills

The role requires a strong technical background in artificial intelligence and machine learning, with a preference for individuals who have personally delivered such products. Candidates must possess at least one year of experience in people management or technical team leadership. The position necessitates the ability to translate customer requirements into technical solutions and perform effective resource planning. High agency and ownership are required to succeed without a defined roadmap. No specific degree or professional qualification is mentioned in the text.

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