Forward Deployed Engineer - Paris at OpenAI

Paris, Île-de-France, France

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Artificial Intelligence, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

4+ years of experience in software or customer engineering roles, with a strong emphasis on customer-facing engagements
Willing to travel up to 50% and work on-site with customers to build strong relationships and deeply understand their needs
Track record of rapidly prototyping ideas and willingness to work iteratively with customers to deliver the right solution
Led complex implementations of Generative AI/traditional ML solutions and knowledge of network/cloud architecture
Proficient in front-end development using frameworks like React or Next.js, and back-end development skills in Python, Node.js, or similar
Familiar with deploying applications on cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
Effective communicator who can translate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences with empathy and depth
Own problems end-to-end, and willing to pick up whatever knowledge is missing to get the job done

Responsibilities

Embed deeply with strategic customers to understand their business challenges and technical requirements in detail
Design, architect, and develop full-stack solutions using an experiment-driven, iterative approach
Prepare detailed scopes of work and project plans for both proof-of-concept prototypes and full production deployments
Work hands-on with customers' technical teams as a technical expert and trusted advisor, coding side-by-side to drive projects to completion on their infrastructure
Collaborate closely with Sales, Technical Success, and Applied teams to ensure seamless customer experiences, project success, and actionable product feedback
Contribute to internal knowledge bases, codifying best practices and sharing insights gained from customer engagements to scale the Forward Deployed Engineering function

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

OpenAI APIFull-Stack DevelopmentSoftware ArchitectureIterative DevelopmentPrototypingProduction DeploymentCustomer InfrastructureProject PlanningAPI Integration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement and location for this role?

This role is based in the Paris office with a hybrid work model requiring 3 days in the office per week, and relocation assistance is offered to new employees. The position also involves up to 50% travel and on-site work with customers.

What technical skills are required for this Forward Deployed Engineer position?

Candidates need proficiency in front-end development with frameworks like React or Next.js, back-end development in Python, Node.js or similar, and familiarity with deploying applications on cloud platforms. Experience leading complex Generative AI or traditional ML implementations and knowledge of network/cloud architecture are also required.

What experience level is needed for this role?

The role requires 4+ years of experience in software or customer engineering roles, with a strong emphasis on customer-facing engagements.

What is the team structure like for Forward Deployed Engineers at OpenAI?

The FDE team works closely with strategic customers to design, build, and implement products, collaborating with Sales, Solutions Engineering, Solutions Architects, Customer Success Managers, Research, and Applied Product and Engineering teams.

What qualities make someone thrive in this Forward Deployed Engineer role?

Ideal candidates have a track record of rapidly prototyping ideas, work iteratively with customers, are customer-focused, and excel in embedding deeply to understand business challenges while leading complex AI/ML implementations.

OpenAI

Develops safe and beneficial AI technologies

About OpenAI

OpenAI develops and deploys artificial intelligence technologies aimed at benefiting humanity. The company creates advanced AI models capable of performing various tasks, such as automating processes and enhancing creativity. OpenAI's products, like Sora, allow users to generate videos from text descriptions, showcasing the versatility of its AI applications. Unlike many competitors, OpenAI operates under a capped profit model, which limits the profits it can make and ensures that excess earnings are redistributed to maximize the social benefits of AI. This commitment to safety and ethical considerations is central to its mission of ensuring that artificial general intelligence (AGI) serves all of humanity.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$18,433.2MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees