Forward Deployed Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Asia.

📋 Description

• Design and tailor data-driven technological solutions at partner NGO locations across various countries.

• Assess and organize existing applications and data systems of partners.

• Implement and configure Agency Fund technology platforms and programs to enhance and scale partner operations and impact.

• Act as the main technical liaison for implementation challenges encountered in the field.

• Modify and adapt platform functionalities according to partner-specific workflows and limitations.

• Provide training to partner staff on platform utilization and build internal technical capabilities within partner organizations.

• Recognize and escalate product issues while gathering structured feedback from field implementations.

• Work in collaboration with TAF's engineering team to convert field insights into product enhancements.

• Record deployment procedures, partner configurations, and lessons learned for future reference.

• Engage directly with Agency Fund's NGO partners in the field.

• Explore, design, implement, and modify technology platforms and programs in environments with limited resources.

⛳️ Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in software engineering, data science, or technical consulting.

• Proficient in at least one backend programming language (e.g., Python, Javascript).

• Comfortable with API interactions.

• Ability to thrive in ambiguous, low-connectivity environments using resourcefulness and creativity.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Skilled in training and presenting to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

• Capable of working independently while maintaining connections with a distributed team.

• Experience living or working in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) is a plus.

• Familiarity with mobile data collection tools such as KoboToolbox, CommCare, or ODK is advantageous.

• Experience with WhatsApp, SMS, or USSD-based systems, or designing for low-bandwidth environments is beneficial.

• Knowledge of Hindi, Swahili, Arabic, French, or another major language spoken in partner communities is a plus.

• Background in global health, international development, or humanitarian technology is a bonus.

• Based in or willing to relocate to a region where TAF partners operate: Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, or Southeast Asia.

• Willingness to travel to partner locations.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote and flexible working environment.

• Competitive compensation based on experience.

• Travel opportunities to partner sites.