Forward Deployment Software Engineer

LOCATION

Full-Time

Posted :

22/9/25

About Alta Ares

Alta Ares is a deeptech startup founded in 2024, building real-time AI for defense operations (ISR, C-UAS). Our primary clients are NATO-aligned militaries, with regular deployments during live exercises. Raised €2M pre-seed in May 2025 Products include:

Real-time AI ISR module deployable on drones and tactical platforms
Counter-UAS solution enabling autonomous drone takeover under GNSS-denied environment
Full-stack MLOps platform for training & deploying military-grade AI models
Data fusion and trajectory prediction

Position details

Based in Paris (mobility across global offices in NYC and Kyiv)
Frequent deployments with NATO forces during live exercises
Sector: Embedded AI, RNN, MLOps

This role will report directly to the Head of Deployment, while working closely with tech team, including:

Head of R&D,
Head of Software,
Head of Data and their team

Role & Mission

As a Forward Deployment Software Engineer (FDSE), you will combine strong software engineering expertise with hands-on operational deployment. You will not only contribute to the development and optimization of our AI-driven solutions on embedded systems, but also deploy, demonstrate, and integrate them directly with partner forces in real-world environments, particularly in Ukraine.This is a hybrid role requiring technical excellence, adaptability under operational constraints, and the ability to interface directly with strategic partners.

Design, develop, and optimize software components in C++ and Java for embedded and edge platforms (Nvidia Jetson, CUDA).
Deploy and integrate AI/ML models in constrained, real-time environments.
Lead and support on-the-ground demonstrations and field trials with partner militaries.
Act as the technical bridge between the engineering team and operational endusers.
Troubleshoot and adapt software in degraded or unpredictable field conditions.
Provide technical documentation and conduct training for partner operators.

Candidate profile

5+ years of proven experience in a relevant technology domain (software development, hardware integration, autonomy).
Experience with Linux-based systems (Nvidia Jetson, mechanical/robotic platforms).
Experience working with DevOps tools (git, docker, ..)
Strong programming skills in software development using Python, C/C++, or similar programming languages
Ability and willingness to travel frequently and work in operational environments (including in Ukraine).
Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability under field constraints.
Excellent communication skills and ability to represent the company with strategic partners.

Nice to Have

Experience with real-time applications, robotics, or edge AI, Gstreamer.
Knowledge of Python and AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, ONNX).
Background in defense, security, or military operations.
Proficiency in English; Ukrainian or Russian language skills are a plus.

Skills & Values

European & Technological sovereignty
Rigor & Audacity
Pragmatic, FieldOriented Innovation
Resilience in Extreme Conditions

What We Offer

A high-impact role combining software engineering with operational deployment.
Opportunities to work directly with armed forces and strategic partners.
Regular field deployments (Ukraine, NATO exercises, European partners).
A mission-driven, ambitious team shaping the future of defense technology.
Mobility between our offices (Paris, NYC, Kyiv, Athens).

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