Senior Forward Deployed Engineer

Santex is a global Certified B technology company as well as one of North America's fastest-growing companies, according to the Inc. 5000. It’s present in 18 countries and over 100 cities, and headquartered in Argentina with offices in the United States, Mexico, and Peru.

Its two service lines — AI Tech Consulting and AI-Optimized Engineering — help organizations comprehensively adopt technology, expand their capabilities, and improve business outcomes at scale.

The same approach defines its culture: Santex has 80.4% employee engagement (global average: 21%), 8% annual turnover (tech sector: 20–25%), 9,369 training hours invested in 2025 — more than double the global average —, and a 26.5% year-over-year reduction in carbon footprint, achieving carbon neutrality through offsetting.

Santex. A company with purpose and judgment. Yes, it's possible.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these factors. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

We are looking for a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) to work in close collaboration with strategic clients, combining solid software engineering knowledge with a strong customer orientation. The role is focused on understanding business challenges, translating client needs into technical requirements, and planning and developing custom software solutions. The selected person will have end-to-end ownership of projects, from gathering and analyzing needs to designing, developing, and implementing solutions, working directly with engineering teams and business leaders to generate high-impact results.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end execution of projects, from understanding client needs to designing, developing, and implementing technical solutions.
• Work together with engineering teams and business leaders to identify challenges, gather requirements, and transform them into effective technological solutions.
• Plan, design, and develop custom software solutions, applications, and integrations according to business needs.
• Develop and integrate APIs, services, and systems, ensuring scalable, reliable, and maintainable solutions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive innovation and deliver high-impact solutions.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical profiles.
• Proactively identify improvement opportunities in processes, systems, and the performance of developed solutions.

Requirements

• Experience working directly with clients or stakeholders in a technical context. Experience gained in freelance, personal, university projects, or tech communities is also valued.
• Experience participating in software development projects that incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI).
• Hands-on experience working with AI Agents, primarily using Claude and its associated tools.
• Solid experience in software development and proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, or others).
• Solid knowledge of software architecture, APIs, integrations, and development best practices.
• Ability to understand business needs, translate them into technical requirements, and develop effective solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactivity, autonomy, and adaptability to work in dynamic environments.
• Advanced English, with the ability to interact fluently with international clients and teams.

Nice to Have

• Experience in tech consulting, software development services, or engineering positions with direct client interaction.
• Experience working with Artificial Intelligence technologies, LLMs, or AI-based integrations.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms, modern development frameworks, and distributed systems.
• Experience working in agile environments and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to navigate ambiguous requirements and work autonomously in dynamic environments.

Modality: Hybrid, with on-site office attendance twice a week.

📍 Location: Córdoba Capital, Argentina.