Forward-Deployed Engineer

About this role

Vercel is seeking a Forward-Deployed Engineer to join their Professional Services team, focusing on enhancing enterprise client projects through frontend modernization, platform migrations, and AI solution implementation. This role requires direct engagement with customers, leading complex migrations and architecting high-performance applications, while working within their environments to deliver measurable results.

What you'll do

• Lead complex frontend migrations to Next.js
• Conduct technical assessments and code audits
• Architect and implement high-performance Next.js applications
• Optimize application performance using Core Web Vitals
• Build production AI solutions with Vercel's AI SDK
• Drive knowledge transfer through workshops and documentation
• Build relationships across customer teams for better outcomes

What they're looking for

• Expertise in Next.js development
• Experience with React, Vue, and TypeScript
• Strong skills in code optimization and performance tuning
• Familiar with Core Web Vitals
• Ability to navigate complex enterprise environments
• Experience in AI solutions implementation
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Capacity for technical discovery and auditing

Benefits

• Hybrid work model
• Significant travel for client engagement
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Collaborative team environment
• Impactful work with major clients
• Autonomy in decision-making