FORWARD DEPLOYED ENGINEER – AI & AUTOMATION

Location: Makati City, Philippines

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Senior Level

About the Role

We are looking for a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) with strong experience in Artificial Intelligence, automation, and software development to design, build, and deploy AI-powered solutions for real-world business operations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver who can understand business challenges, translate them into technical solutions, and rapidly develop AI applications, automated workflows, integrations, and internal tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify business processes that can be improved through AI and automation.
• Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered applications, agents, and automated workflows.
• Integrate LLMs, APIs, databases, and third-party platforms into business systems.
• Develop automation solutions using Python, JavaScript/Node.js, or similar technologies.
• Build and test prototypes and Proof-of-Concept (POC) solutions rapidly.
• Connect AI solutions with existing business applications and workflows.
• Troubleshoot and optimize AI applications, APIs, integrations, and automation processes.
• Work closely with business teams to understand requirements and convert them into technical solutions.
• Continuously evaluate new AI tools, models, frameworks, and automation technologies.
• Document solutions, workflows, integrations, and implementation procedures.
• Collaborate with developers, operations, and management to successfully deploy solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in software development, AI engineering, automation, solutions engineering, or a related technical role.
• Hands-on experience developing applications using Python, JavaScript, or Node.js.
• Experience working with Generative AI, LLMs, and AI APIs such as OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of REST APIs, JSON, webhooks, and system integrations.
• Experience with workflow automation tools such as n8n, Make, Zapier, Power Automate, or similar platforms is an advantage.
• Familiarity with RAG, embeddings, vector databases, AI agents, prompt engineering, or tool/function calling is a strong advantage.
• Basic knowledge of cloud platforms, databases, Git, Docker, or CI/CD is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and quickly learn new technologies.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills

AI & Automation

• Generative AI / LLM applications
• AI Agents and Agentic Workflows
• Prompt Engineering
• RAG and Vector Databases
• Workflow Automation
• AI API Integration