Gecko Robotics · 5 months ago
Forward Deployed Engineer | Team Lead, Government
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$200K/yr - $290K/yrGecko Robotics is dedicated to ensuring the reliability and sustainability of critical infrastructure through innovative technology. The Lead Forward Deployed Engineer will guide a team to identify and solve high-impact problems for government clients, managing resources and driving solutions from inception to implementation.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Industrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyInfrastructureMilitaryRoboticsSoftware
Responsibilities
Act as a hands-on technical expert for a team of Forward Deployed Engineers; provide guidance, mentorship, ensure best practices and lead by example
Manage the allocation of resources to effectively balance priorities and opportunities to ensure optimal project outcomes
Solve Real Problems: We search for the highest impact problems we can find, we spend a lot of time with our customers to understand their true nature, we come up with new ways, and we don’t quit until we’ve reached impact
Growth: The problems we work on are hard. No one has yet solved them. We are constantly learning and trying - and that includes learning about ourselves. We are a group who loves to grow - even if it requires hard work to do so
Qualification
Required
Experience leading a team of engineers
Bachelor's degree in fields such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or relevant experience
Familiarity with sensor selection and data processing
Familiarity with data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, front-end frameworks, and other technical tools
Understanding of how technical decisions impact the user of what you're building
Proficiency with programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, or similar languages
Ability to work effectively in teams of technical and non-technical individuals
Skill and comfort working in a rapidly changing environment with dynamic objectives and iteration with users
Demonstrated ability to continuously learn, work independently, and make decisions with minimal supervision
Willingness and interest to travel as needed
Benefits
Company equity
401(k) matching
Gender-neutral parental leave
Full medical, dental, and vision insurance
Mental health and wellness support
Ongoing professional development
Family planning assistance
Flexible paid time off
Company
Gecko Robotics
Gecko Robotics is an AI and robotics technology company that provides robotics and inspection services for industrial applications.
Founded in 2013
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (6)
2024 (5)
2023 (2)
2022 (2)
2021 (3)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$347.13MKey Investors
Cox EnterprisesXNDrive Capital
2025-06-12Series D· $125M
2023-12-05Series C· $100M
2022-03-03Series C· $73M
Leadership Team
Jake Loosararian
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Troy Demmer
Cofounder & Chief Product Officer
Recent News
Soma Capital
2026-01-08
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