Tagup is a defense technology company founded at MIT that is delivering logistics decision advantage with next-generation AI. We’re growing rapidly and are looking for change-makers passionate about delivering innovative technologies to solve the most challenging problems in the world’s highest stakes environments. This is an exciting opportunity to engage in meaningful work that strengthens national security and contributes to the success of U.S. and allied forces. Join us in shaping the future of defense logistics for a safer tomorrow.
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
