Kansas City Metro; Sarasota, FL HQ Remote (City) Full-time

TENEX.AI is hiring a Director of Forward Deployed AI Engineering

Responsibilities

  • Lead the expansion and management of the Forward Deployed AI Engineering team, which includes customer-facing engineering and AI & Data Science functions.
  • Drive the team’s mission to embed within key customer accounts to uncover challenges, develop robust technical solutions, and generate insights that enhance the overall platform.
  • Establish the operational framework for FDE engagements, including resource allocation, project scoping, and documentation practices.
  • Manage the AI & Data Science function to ensure customer telemetry, threat intelligence, and detection improvements are converted into operational tools.
  • Collaborate with Sales to pinpoint high-value accounts suitable for deep engineering engagement.
  • Work closely with SE&A and Rapid Deployment teams to integrate custom-built solutions into standard delivery workflows.
  • Act as a senior liaison with strategic customers, contributing to account planning and shaping long-term engagement strategies.
  • Assess emerging AI technologies, data science platforms, and engineering methods to boost team effectiveness and customer results.
  • Recruit, mentor, and retain skilled engineers across both customer-embedded and AI-focused roles.
  • Provide regular updates to the VP of Forward Deployed Engineering on team performance, customer coverage, and solution impact.

Compensation

Not specified

Work Arrangement

Remote (City/Region)

Team

Reports to: VP of Forward Deployed Engineering

Not specified

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TENEX.AI
An AI-native, automation-first, built-for-scale Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider. A force multiplier for defenders, helping organizations enhance their cybersecurity posture through advanced threat detection, rapid response, and continuous protection.
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Job Details
Department FDE
Category management
Posted 14 days ago