The Role in a Nutshell Are you a CS graduate who loves coding but doesn't want to be stuck solving Jira tickets all day?
At Talkdesk, a Forward Deployed Engineer is the bridge between our cutting-edge AI technology and the world's biggest clients.
You aren't just a developer; you are a technical problem solver.
What will you do?
Prompt Engineering as Code: Your main "programming language" will often be natural language.
You'll spend most of your time crafting prompts and logic to make our AI agents smarter and more effective.
Build & Prototype: Use Agentic AI to build functional solutions and that wow our current and future customers.
Influence the Product: You are the voice from the field.
You'll feed client insights directly back to Engineering and Product teams.
This role is the perfect launchpad for a future career in Product Management or Technical Leadership.
Real Impact: The solutions you hack together today could close a major deal next week.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for Master's students or recent graduates from DEI/FCTUC with a "Builder" mindset.
Essentials: BS or MS in Computer Science (or similar).
Coding Skills: Comfortable with JavaScript/TypeScript or Python.
AI Curiosity: You don't need to be an expert, but you must be genuinely interested in LLMs, RAG, and how AI is reshaping software.
Communication: Can you explain technical concepts to non-technical people?
Fluent English.
Why Talkdesk Coimbra?
Cutting-Edge Tech: Work with GenAI and Automation at a global scale.
Mentorship: Learn from senior engineers and solution architects in a collaborative environment.
Growth: Fast-track your understanding of the software business.
Culture: A young team in the heart of Coimbra.