Job description
FDE with advanced Cursor AI experience. The technology stack may vary depending on the client request, so please do not limit the search to one specific stack. We need strong polyglot engineers who can quickly understand unfamiliar codebases and become productive in a short time.
Engagement Type: Freelance / Contract
Format: Remote, hybrid, or on-site depending on client request
Availability: Immediate or short notice preferred
We are looking for experienced Forward Deployed Engineers with strong software engineering backgrounds and advanced hands-on experience using Cursor in real commercial projects.
This role is stack-agnostic. Client requests may involve Java, .NET, Python, TypeScript, cloud platforms, legacy systems, monoliths, microservices, or modern product engineering environments. The key requirement is the ability to quickly understand an unfamiliar codebase and become productive within a short time.
The ideal candidate is not just a developer who has tried Cursor. We are looking for someone who actively uses Cursor as part of a professional engineering workflow: codebase analysis, multi-file refactoring, test generation, debugging, documentation, PR preparation, and agent-driven implementation.
Key requirements:
10+ years of commercial software engineering experience
Strong engineering background across multiple technology stacks
Proven ability to work with unfamiliar codebases
Advanced hands-on Cursor experience in real projects
Experience with agentic AI-assisted development workflows
Strong understanding of architecture, code quality, testing, CI/CD, and secure development
Ability to work independently in client-facing consulting or POC environments
Strong English communication skills
Freelance or contract availability on short notice
Nice to have:
Experience with Claude Code, Codex, GitHub Copilot, Aider, Windsurf, Devin, Replit Agent, or similar tools
Previous experience as a Forward Deployed Engineer, Solution Architect, Principal Engineer, or Technical Lead
Experience with enterprise modernization, POCs, accelerators, or AI transformation projects
Cloud experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP
Experience mentoring teams or creating AI-assisted engineering best practices
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.