Staff Frontier Engineer

For our client, we are seeking a Staff Frontier Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space.

This role will focus on owning and advancing a technically complex system with broad strategic impact across the organization.

You will define direction in ambiguous situations, apply systems thinking to high-leverage engineering challenges, and help ensure solutions are both scalable and safe.

In addition, you will mentor engineers, influence cross-team usability, and contribute to measurable adoption and value from the systems you help deliver.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $200,000 – $300,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Own and build a technically complex system, defining its strategy and specifications
• Make decisive calls on project direction amidst ambiguity, driving towards clarity
• Exercise systems thinking to optimize solutions beyond personal ownership boundaries
• Independently address high-leverage problems, scoping and executing solutions
• Instrument systems for tracking adoption and usage, validating delivered value
• Mentor engineers to cultivate their judgment and ownership of complex systems
• Ensure elevated safety standards, identifying and mitigating risk before deployment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on complex systems
• Proven track record of ownership over significant engineering problems
• Strong understanding of AI capabilities, limitations, and ethical implications
• Experience building and operating technical systems with strategic depth
• Demonstrated mentorship experience with engineers at various levels
• Ability to document systems for cross-team usability without direct oversight

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Flexible paid time off and paid volunteer time
• Annual bonus opportunities and employee stock options
• Wellness initiatives and employee assistance programs
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities
• Access to innovative technologies and AI-powered learning tools

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.