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Forward Deployed Engineer

Helios Labs (YC S26) · United States

Full-timeJuniorReactNext.js

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About the Role

We are looking for a Forward Deployed Engineer to work directly with non-profit and for-profit law firms, understand their workflows, and build full-stack AI products that make a difference in people's lives. You will manage high-impact customer deployments representing $300K+ in contract value. Responsibilities include: • Build full-stack features across frontend, backend, database, integrations, and AI workflows. • Work directly with legal aid organizations to understand their needs and translate messy real-world processes into clean software. • Use AI coding tools effectively to move faster, generate high-quality code, debug issues, and increase engineering leverage. • Own projects end-to-end, from scoping to implementation to deployment. You may be a great fit if you:• Are a strong full-stack engineer who can ship production software quickly.• Are comfortable across React/Next.js, backend APIs, databases, and cloud deployment.• Can work directly with non-technical users and turn ambiguous problems into working products.• Care deeply about access to justice and building technology for underserved communities.• Are comfortable operating in a fast-paced startup environment with high ownership and limited structure. This role will begin as a contract position, with the possibility of transitioning to full-time. Skills: Next.js, Google CloudExperience: Any (new grads ok)US visas: US citizen/visa onlySalary$25 - $45 / hourly

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