Tagup is a defense AI company combining expert knowledge with artificial intelligence to revolutionize military logistics. Tagup's AI software directly controls large-scale industrial equipment and logistics systems, ensuring our customers get the best performance they can. As a rapidly scaling AI/ML technology company, we are looking to expand our team.
We're seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer to join our growing team, where you'll deliver cutting-edge AI/ML technology to defense sector clients. Our work directly supports critical operations, requiring precision, security, and flexibility.
In this role, you'll oversee technical delivery from contract signing to deployment and ongoing use in operational environments. To succeed in this role, you'll need strong presentation and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work closely with defense clients in high-pressure situations.
Responsibilities
Own technical relationships with defense customers and serve as their primary point of contact
Manage multiple contracts and deployments concurrently to ensure mission success
Develop clear deployment plans with tasks, milestones, and resources
Communicate deployment strategies, deliverables, and timelines across internal and external teams
Translate customer needs into product requirements and align feature development with defense applications
Desired Skills
5+ years of experience in software implementation, analytics deployment, or project delivery in B2B environments
Solid engineering background with proficiency in Python, JavaScript, or similar programming languages
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, data structures, storage systems, and modern frameworks
Strong sense of ownership, adaptability, and willingness to take a hands-on approach
Ability to translate technical decisions into meaningful outcomes for end users
Effective collaborator across technical and non-technical teams in dynamic environments
Willingness to travel as needed to support deployments and customer engagements
Salary
The estimated salary range for this position is between $130,000 and $160,000 annually. We strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package that aligns with our employees’ experience and qualifications. Our primary objective is to attract and retain top talent, and we firmly believe in compensating our employees fairly for their invaluable contributions.
As a rapidly expanding technology company, we extend part-ownership to all team members through an Employee Stock Option Plan. Additionally, we offer comprehensive health insurance benefits, access to the company’s 401K plan, and foster a team-oriented work environment with regular company outings!
Why Join Us
At Tagup, your work won’t sit on a shelf — it will power mission-critical operations from day one. You’ll join a fast-moving team where initiative is valued, collaboration is essential, and every project pushes the boundaries of AI/ML in defense. This is your chance to grow, make an impact, and help shape the future of national security technology.
Tagup is an equal opportunity employer and individuals seeking employment with us are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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