Forward Deployed Engineer
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Junior Forward Deployed Engineer
interplay· Interplay
About this role
JUNIOR FORWARD DEPLOYED ENGINEER
LOCATION
New York, NY, USA
(Hybrid work – required to be in office 2–3 days/week)
JOB DESCRIPTION
At Interplay, we invest, coach, and cofound companies. We're building a next-generation AI operations platform designed to transform how our firm and portfolio companies operate. We're looking for a Junior Forward Deployed Engineer to embed directly with our business lines (Ventures, Accelerator, Studio, and Ascend) and translate real operational needs into working software, fast. You'll sit next to the end user, ship quickly, and iterate in the room rather than over a spec doc.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Embed with business line teams to understand their workflows firsthand.
Rapidly prototype and ship internal tools, integrations, and AI-powered features.
Translate ambiguous, real-world problems into scoped technical solutions.
Write production code across frontend, backend, and APIs.
Integrate LLM-powered automation into day-to-day workflows.
Demo early, gather feedback in person, and ship again.
Document what you build and hand off durable solutions as needs stabilize.
WHO YOU ARE
A builder with 0–2 years of engineering experience, hungry to learn fast in a high-ownership environment.
Energized by ambiguity and comfortable working directly with non-technical stakeholders.
Scrappy — you'd rather ship a rough version today than a polished one next month.
Curious about AI and LLM tooling and eager to apply it to real problems.
A strong communicator who can explain technical tradeoffs simply.
Low ego, coachable, and outcome-driven.
REQUIRED SKILLS
0–2 years in software engineering (internships and strong personal projects count).
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Working proficiency across at least one modern frontend and backend stack.
Track record of shipping applications end to end.
Solid understanding of APIs and databases (SQL).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
U.S. work authorization.
NICE TO HAVE
Experience with Next.js, Vercel, and Supabase.
Strong Python background.
Familiarity with AI/LLM platforms (Anthropic, OpenAI, Gemini).
Proficient in Claude Code / Cursor / Other AI Enabled Coding tools
Plus (Experience building agents)
COMPENSATION
$85–100k base salary, commensurate with experience
Competitive health benefits
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Junior Forward Deployed Engineer role at interplay?
The listed salary for this Junior Forward Deployed Engineer position at interplay is USD 85K–100K. This is an FullTime role.
Where is the Junior Forward Deployed Engineer position at interplay located?
This Junior Forward Deployed Engineer role at interplay is based in New York. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Junior Forward Deployed Engineer role at interplay full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FullTime position. It is posted as a Junior Forward Deployed Engineer role in the Interplay department at interplay.
Which team or department does the Junior Forward Deployed Engineer at interplay belong to?
This Junior Forward Deployed Engineer position is part of the Interplay department at interplay. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Junior Forward Deployed Engineer position at interplay?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to interplay's official application portal hosted on ashby where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Junior Forward Deployed Engineer job at interplay posted?
This Junior Forward Deployed Engineer position at interplay was posted on Sep 10, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Junior Forward Deployed Engineer
interplay · 💰 USD 85K–100K
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