About the Role

Job Title: Forward Deployed Engineer
Location: London, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: unspecified

Responsibilities

• Pre-Sale:

  • Develop and deliver polished technical demos showcasing platform capabilities.
  • Assist sales teams by scoping opportunities and preparing proposals.
  • Perform bespoke analysis as part of closing contracts.

• Post-Sale:

  • Deliver high-quality onboarding to ensure seamless adoption.
  • Support pilot programmes, including project management and technical delivery.
  • Assist with customer retention through feedback sessions, gathering insights, bespoke development, and direct support.

• Collaboration & Representation:

  • Act as the bridge between customers and internal teams, influencing product roadmaps.
  • Represent Polaron at industry events and create thought leadership content to strengthen our position as a leader in materials innovation.

Requirements

• Qualifications:

  • Minimum Master's degree in a technical field including Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or Materials Science.
  • 2+ years of professional experience.
  • Proven experience in a customer-facing technical role.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as within a team environment.

• Bonus Points:

  • Master's or PhD in a battery-related field.
  • Startup/entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Natural leader, willing to help develop/refine processes as the company grows.

Salary

• Range: £50,000 - £65,000

Interview Structure

1. Initial Video Call (20 mins): Discuss your experience and interest in the role with two team members.
2. Situational Interview (1hr): Emulate realistic problems faced day-to-day in the FDE role and assess reasoning skills.
3. Paid Trial Day: Opportunity to spend a day in the office collaborating with the team, culminating in a demo session.

Work Environment

• Largely office-based company with typically 4 days a week in the office and 1 day working from home.
• Flexible working policies available based on individual needs.

Benefits

• 25 holidays a year + 2 “festive leave” days
• Equity in a fast-growing company
• Gym membership
• East London office @ Shoreditch Exchange Hoxton
• Free barista coffee!