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Forward-deployed Software Engineer

United States, Norristown · Job Posted May 27, 2026
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We are looking for a forward-deployed software engineer to strengthen customer-facing engineering efforts in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. This role combines software development, operational support, and analytical problem-solving to improve how internal teams and customers interact with core systems. The ideal candidate brings strong backend engineering experience, a practical approach to automation, and the ability to turn technical challenges into reliable, scalable solutions.

Job Responsibility

  • Create and enhance internal applications, scripts, and workflows that improve efficiency for customer-facing and engineering teams
  • Oversee the health of live systems, investigate irregular behavior, and address risks before they affect users or business operations
  • Examine operational and product data to uncover trends, support decision-making, and recommend meaningful improvements
  • Investigate customer-reported technical problems, determine root causes, and deliver timely, effective resolutions
  • Develop and release product enhancements driven by customer needs while maintaining quality and system stability
  • Partner closely with Customer Success, Sales Engineering, and Engineering to remove obstacles and support high-impact initiatives
  • Improve platform reliability and performance through thoughtful debugging, optimization, and ongoing maintenance
  • Stay informed on evolving technologies and engineering practices, applying new ideas where they add measurable value

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of hands-on experience in backend software engineering
  • Demonstrated success improving application performance, uptime, and overall system dependability
  • Strong hands-on experience with one or more modern programming environments such as C#, .NET, ASP.NET, JavaScript, or React.js
  • Working knowledge of Python 3 and PostgreSQL in production-oriented environments is preferred
  • Familiarity with distributed architectures, including microservices, asynchronous processing, and high-volume real-time data handling, is an advantage
  • Experience working with containerized or Kubernetes-based environments is beneficial
  • Ability to analyze complex technical issues, communicate findings clearly, and collaborate effectively across teams
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline is preferred
  • All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Nice to have

  • Working knowledge of Python 3 and PostgreSQL in production-oriented environments
  • Familiarity with distributed architectures, including microservices, asynchronous processing, and high-volume real-time data handling
  • Experience working with containerized or Kubernetes-based environments
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline

What we offer

  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Free online training
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