Forward Deployed Engineer

6 days, 11 hours ago
Contract
Junior
Software Development
ShipBob

ShipBob

ShipBob is a global ecommerce fulfillment solution that empowers businesses to scale, offer 2-day shipping, manage inventory, and streamline shipments. With a focus on simplifying the shipping process, ShipBob provides best-in-class supply chain soluti...

Air Freight & Logistics
251-1K
Founded 2014
$330M raised

Description

  • Embed with operational teams to observe workflows, uncover root causes, and identify automation opportunities.
  • Break down complex manual processes into clear system flows and technical requirements.
  • Own the full lifecycle from observation and prototyping through validation, hardening, and productionization.
  • Build reliable automation systems with logging, retries, monitoring, and guardrails for edge cases.
  • Collaborate with Product and Engineering when automations interface with core systems.
  • Validate solutions with domain experts and iterate quickly based on feedback.
  • Document and publish reusable modules into the Automation Hub.
  • Drive rapid iteration by shipping small solutions, gathering feedback, and improving quickly.

Requirements

  • 1-5 years of experience building AI agents that automate real workflows and eliminate manual work.
  • Deep proficiency in Python, TypeScript (Node/React), and relational databases.
  • Experience designing and building multiple RESTful APIs from scratch.
  • Proficiency with CLI tools and use of CLI-based agents such as Claude Code or Codex as a primary workflow.
  • Experience with observability platforms for logging, tracing, and monitoring agents in production.
  • Hackathon experience, including shipping under pressure, is a strong plus.
  • Contributions to open source repositories are a strong plus.
  • Early-stage startup experience and comfort wearing many hats are a strong plus.
  • Experience building or extending CLI tools is a strong plus.
  • This role is offered on a contract basis with the opportunity to convert to full-time.

Benefits

  • Remote position based in the US.
  • Contract role with an opportunity to convert to full-time.
  • Work on meaningful, high-impact problems with real operational ownership.
  • Collaborative culture with accessible leaders and mutual support.
  • Clear goals, shared accountability, and a strong connection to company mission.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning, innovation, and professional growth.

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