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Jun 7, 2026 · Product Management
Why AI Companies Are Adding the Forward Deployed Engineer Role
AI product demos excite customers, but real‑world deployment stalls due to data, workflow, and model issues, prompting AI firms to create the Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) role that bridges product, engineering, and business to deliver sustainable value.
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