Ridgeline · 16 hours ago
Forward Deployed Engineer
Reno, NV
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expRidgeline is a FinTech company focused on modernizing investment management technology. As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will design, develop, and deploy tailored software solutions, collaborate with implementation teams, and solve complex technical challenges to ensure successful client outcomes.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Information TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and deploy tailored software solutions that support implementation teams and client-specific needs
Embed directly within implementation projects to ensure tools, automation, and integrations operate reliably and scale effectively
Solve complex technical problems by identifying root causes and delivering thoughtful, sustainable solutions
Collaborate with consultants, partner firms, and cross-functional teams to understand requirements and translate them into high-quality technical outcomes
Integrate new capabilities with existing systems while maintaining performance, security, and reliability
Provide frontline technical support and guidance during active implementations to ensure successful delivery
Gather requirements, contribute to roadmaps, and help prioritize technical work aligned with business impact
Contribute to a culture of ownership by proactively improving tooling, documentation, and delivery practices
Communicate transparently with technical and non-technical stakeholders to build trust and alignment
For senior-level candidates, lead design discussions and provide technical guidance to ensure scalable, maintainable architectures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
3 years of experience in software development or deployment roles
Experience working in client-facing or implementation-focused environments
Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python (preferred), Java, TypeScript, or C++
Experience building data integrations or ETL pipelines, with strong SQL skills preferred
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Understanding of networking, security, and infrastructure fundamentals
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and attention to detail
Strong collaboration and communication skills across diverse teams and stakeholders
Willingness to learn new technologies and deepen expertise in complex business domains
You must be work authorized in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship
Preferred
Experience with financial services or investment management platforms
Familiarity with portfolio management, risk management, or trading systems
Knowledge of LLM tools, APIs, and concepts including OpenAI APIs, LangChain, and Retrieval Augmented Generation
Experience designing and working with RESTful APIs and microservices architectures
Understanding of UX principles for intuitive, client-facing interfaces
Comfort working with tools such as Slack, JIRA, Confluence, and professional services platforms
Benefits
Company Stock Plan
Unlimited vacation
Educational and wellness reimbursements
$0 cost employee insurance plans
Company
Ridgeline
Ridgeline is a computer software company that specializes in software development to deliver for the investment management industry.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dave Blair
Chief Executive Officer
Lisa Faucher
SVP, Enterprise Operations
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