Motion Recruitment
Forward Deployed Engineer / Typescript Architect
Motion Recruitment is hiring a Forward Deployed Engineer / Typescript Architect in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Posted September 4, 2026.
Job at a glance
- Company
- Motion Recruitment
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Pay
- $160,000 – $190,000
- Workplace
- On-site
- Sector
- Engineering & Technology
- Posted
- September 4, 2026
- Apply by
- November 12, 2026
About the job
This is a full-time opportunity based in the United States with a fast-growing B2B software company serving industrial and manufacturing customers. The team builds cloud-native applications leveraging modern backend services, frontend frameworks, and applied AI. This role sits at the intersection of engineering, customer delivery, and product architecture.
What makes this role unique is the level of ownership and exposure. The team is looking for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving ambiguous customer problems, translating business needs into technical designs, and shipping real solutions. You’ll work closely with customers, sales, and product leaders while building systems that go into production—not proofs of concept that never ship. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to grow into a technical leadership role while staying hands-on.
Required Skills & Experience
- 5+ years of experience building and delivering production software
- Strong programming experience with Python and/or TypeScript
- Experience designing APIs, integrations, and backend services
- Comfort working directly with customers and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to explain technical trade-offs and system design decisions
Desired Skills & Experience
- Experience with data pipelines, ETL/ELT, or AI/ML applications
- Cloud experience (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
- Familiarity with containerization, CI/CD, and infrastructure concepts
- Background in B2B SaaS or industrial software
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
- 40% Backend & API Development
- 30% Data & AI Solutions
- 20% Frontend & Integrations
- 10% Infrastructure & Deployment
Daily Responsibilities
- 60% Hands-On Engineering
- 25% Customer Discovery & Technical Workshops
- 15% Cross-Functional Collaboration
The Offer
- Bonus eligible
You will receive the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Vacation Time
- Stock Options
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
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