Notion

Forward Deployed Software Engineer, Developer Platform

Notion4 weeks ago
Location

San Francisco, California

Type

Full Time

Salary

USD 213,000 – 320,000

Level

Senior

Role

Forward Deployed Software Engineer

Posted

Feb 18, 2026

Full TimeSenior

The role

Summary

Notion is seeking a Forward Deployed Software Engineer for its Developer Platform team, focusing on building custom AI solutions for enterprise customers. The role involves working at the intersection of cutting-edge AI capabilities and real-world enterprise challenges, helping shape AI-native productivity tools for large customers.

What you'll do

AI Solution Development: Build custom AI solutions for enterprise customers using Notion's advanced AI systems
Customer Collaboration: Work closely with enterprise customers to understand their needs and design tailored solutions
Technical Communication: Translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
Product Innovation: Contribute to the development of Notion's AI platform by gathering insights from customer interactions

What we look for

Technical

Programming ProficiencyAbility to write production-quality code across multiple domains
AI Tool DevelopmentExperience with Large Language Model (LLM) integration and custom workflow automation
Systems DesignStrong capabilities in designing complex technical architectures and data models

Education

Computer ScienceBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field preferred

Experience

Software Engineering4-8 years of professional software engineering experience in a technology company
Customer-Facing RolesExperience working directly with enterprise customers and cross-functional teams

Skills

Required skills

Customer EngagementAbility to conduct discovery interviews and communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Software Engineering4-8 years of experience writing production-quality code and making sound technical decisions
AI IntegrationExperience building LLM-based tools and workflow automations
Systems ArchitectureCapability to translate business processes into data models, ontologies, and technical architectures

Nice to have

Forward Deployed EngineeringPrevious experience in building tailored solutions for enterprise customers
Notion Product KnowledgeDeep understanding of Notion's workspace, databases, and relational capabilities
Developer API DesignExperience in designing scalable and maintainable APIs and developer experiences

Compensation & benefits

Salary

USD 213,000 – 320,000 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Highly competitive salary with potential equity

Healthcare

Comprehensive health insurance package

Flexible Work

Hybrid work model with in-office collaboration

Professional Development

Opportunities to work on cutting-edge AI technologies

Diverse Workplace

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Interview process

  1. 1
    Initial Screening — Phone or video call with recruiting team to assess background and fit
  2. 2
    Technical Interview — In-depth technical assessment of engineering skills and AI knowledge
  3. 3
    Systems Design Challenge — Evaluate ability to design complex technical architectures
  4. 4
    Customer Scenario Interview — Assess communication skills and approach to customer problem-solving
  5. 5
    Final Leadership Interview — Meeting with team leadership to discuss role alignment and cultural fit
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Notion is an American productivity software providing an all-in-one workspace for notes, tasks, and databases. Popular for its flexibility, it serves individuals and teams for project management and collaboration, evolving from a no-code tool to a versatile platform.

San Francisco, California, United StatesFounded 2013notion.so

Tech Stack

Languages
PythonJavaScript
Frameworks
ReactNode.js
Databases
PostgresMongoDB
Tools
OpenAI APILangchain
Other
DockerKubernetes

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