
About Salient
Revolutionizing diagnostics for better health outcomes
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in Bermondsey, London, UK
- First product: COVID-19 PCR antigen testing kit
- Expanded offerings to STI and blood testing in 2022
- Focus on Next Generation Sequencing for microbiome diagnostics
Salient, headquartered in Bermondsey, London, specializes in automated, high-throughput molecular diagnostics platforms. The company launched its first product, a COVID-19 PCR antigen testing kit, during the pandemic, providing next-day results from nasal swabs and saliva samples. In 2022, Salient e...
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Salient offers competitive salaries, equity options, flexible remote work arrangements, and generous PTO policies to support work-life balance....
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Salient fosters a culture of innovation and expertise, with a focus on leveraging multidisciplinary knowledge in synthetic biology and systems automat...

Software Engineering β’ Mid-Level
Salient β’ San Francisco - On-Site
Overview
Salient is hiring a Forward Deployed Software Engineer to implement AI technology for financial operations. You'll work closely with customers to customize solutions and enhance workflows. This position requires relevant experience in AI and customer engagement.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering, particularly in deploying AI solutions that enhance customer experiences. Your problem-solving skills are top-notch, and you thrive in environments where you can directly engage with clients to understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced setting and are eager to collaborate with a team that values innovation and efficiency.
You possess a deep understanding of AI technologies and their applications in real-world scenarios, especially in financial services. Your creativity allows you to think outside the box when it comes to implementing features that meet customer requirements. You are also adept at communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring that everyone is aligned on project goals.
What you'll do
In this role, you will take ownership of the end-to-end implementation of AI solutions for our clients, ensuring that their specific needs are met with precision. You will work closely with customers to gather requirements and translate them into actionable tasks for the engineering team. Your role will involve building new features in collaboration with clients, ensuring that our Voice AI Agent solution is effectively integrated into their operations.
You will be responsible for managing high-stakes customer engagements, which will require you to be proactive in identifying potential challenges and addressing them before they escalate. Your ability to work under pressure and deliver results will be crucial as you help clients navigate the complexities of AI implementation in regulated industries.
What we offer
We provide a supportive office culture in San Francisco, where collaboration and innovation are at the forefront of our operations. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a generous 401(k) plan. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and be part of a team that is shaping the future of financial operations through AI. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
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