First Resonance

Forward Deployed Software Engineer (San Francisco)

San Francisco, California, United States

$145,000 – $175,000Compensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AI & Machine Learning, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have a strong engineering background in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or Data Science. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required, along with experience shipping production quality code. The ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical individuals in dynamic environments is essential, as is a willingness to travel up to 40% to customer sites as needed.

Responsibilities

The Forward Deployed Software Engineer will serve as a deployed technical expert, providing hands-on assistance with the implementation, usage, and further development of ION. They will collaborate with customers to understand their most pressing problems and develop coherent strategies and intelligent solutions. This role involves total ownership in developing and managing the delivery of solutions while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. The engineer will write clean, scalable, and easily maintainable code across the stack, work in small teams on high-stakes projects, and collaborate with the First Resonance team to continuously improve the product based on customer feedback and requirements.

Skills

Computer Science
Mathematics
Software Engineering
Physics
Data Science
Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Problem-Solving
Collaboration
Web App Development
Data Wrangling

First Resonance

Manufacturing software platform for hardware production

About First Resonance

First Resonance provides a manufacturing software platform called ION, which is designed to improve the production process for hardware companies. The platform allows engineers and technicians to navigate through various production steps easily, capturing comments, attaching files, and sharing feedback in real-time. ION integrates multiple aspects of manufacturing, including purchasing parts, managing inventory, and overseeing the supply chain, ensuring high-quality production and compliance with regulatory standards. Unlike its competitors, First Resonance focuses on creating a user-friendly interface that enhances collaboration and visibility throughout the manufacturing process. The company's goal is to help hardware companies, from startups to large enterprises, achieve faster and more efficient production while maintaining high standards of quality.

Key Metrics

Los Angeles, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$17MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Industrial & ManufacturingIndustries
11-50Employees

Risks

Emerging competitors like Sift challenge First Resonance's market position.
Over-reliance on aviation and energy sectors may expose to downturns.
Rapid tech advancements require costly updates to remain competitive.

Differentiation

ION platform offers real-time visibility and collaboration for hardware production.
First Resonance integrates supply chain management with manufacturing processes.
ION Analytics provides immediate insights into manufacturing bottlenecks.

Upsides

Recent $32M funding boosts ION platform development and customer support.
ION Marketplace launch expands ecosystem for developers and integration partners.
Adoption in aviation and energy sectors showcases platform's industry versatility.

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