Alta Ares · Defence and security
Forward Deployed Engineer H/F
- Paris (On‑site)
- Full-time
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- Experience
- 3+ years
- Posted
What you'll do
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About the Role
The Forward Deployment Engineer sits at the intersection of our engineering lab and the operational environment. You will be the technical bridge between the Alta Ares development team and partner units operating our AI-driven systems in real-world conditions. You'll be responsible for deploying, configuring, and maintaining system performance on-site from field trials to day-to-day operations.
Mission
Ensure the successful deployment, integration, and operational performance of Alta Ares systems in real-world and field environments, serving as the liaison between engineering and operations.
Key Responsibilities
Handle the deployment and flashing of our systems at scale across different configurations and firmware versions to prepare devices for deployment
Deploy and configure AI-enabled systems directly at partner operational sites
Support integrations with partner systems and troubleshoot technical issues on-site in real time
Support testing of targeting/guidance systems, including on-site trips to test ranges
Support live demonstrations and field trials
Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
Provide structured feedback to software and hardware teams based on field deployment results
Support system validation, acceptance testing, and operational readiness assessments
Travel within EU and the ME
Requirements
Candidate Profile
3+ years of experience in software testing, hardware integration, or autonomous systems; experience in robotics, UAVs, or defense technologies is a strong advantage
Proficiency with embedded Linux and Linux-based systems (Raspberry Pi, Jetson, robotics frameworks is a plus)
Understanding of Python is a plus
Strong hands-on troubleshooting skills (Linux, networking fundamentals, hardware integration)
Willingness and ability to work in extreme field conditions with on-site constraints and limitations
Fluent in French and English; ability to represent the company in front of strategic partners is mandatory
Skills
Stack
- Python
Working languages
English
Company
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