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Implementation Engineer

Forethought’s mission is to unlock human potential through artificial intelligence, starting with transforming customer service on the leading AI platform for customer-first experiences.

Forethought

Employee count: 51-200

Canada only

Launched in 2018, Forethought is the first AI-native platform for enterprise customer support, built on a multi-agent architecture for omnichannel resolution. Trusted by leading companies like Upwork, Grammarly, Airtable, and Datadog, Forethought’s AI agents resolve billions of monthly support issues. The company has raised $115M+ in venture funding from top investors, including Blue Cloud Ventures, NEA, Village Global, and Sound Ventures, G2 has recognized Forethought as a High Performer in 2024 and Mid-Market Leader, Best Est. ROI, and Easiest to Do Business With in Customer Support for 2025.

We are tackling a $30B+ market opportunity, and we’re assembling a world-class team to help us get there. We are seeking a dedicated Implementation Engineer to join our dynamic team. As an Implementation Engineer, you will play a critical role in the successful deployment and configuration of our projects, working closely with clients to understand their needs and requirements. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, customer-centric approach, and problem-solving skills to ensure smooth implementation and customer satisfaction.

If you are passionate about leveraging technology to drive positive change and thrive in a client-facing role, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and help us deliver exceptional solutions to our clients.

What You'll Be Doing (Responsibilities):

  • Lead the installation, configuration, and deployment of our solution according to client specifications and project timelines.
  • Conduct thorough assessments of client systems, workflows, and integrations to ensure seamless integration with our platform.
  • Work closely with clients to provide guidance, training, and support during the implementation process, ensuring a smooth transition and adoption of our solution.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and resolve challenges encountered during the implementation phase, escalating to internal teams as needed.
  • Work on and train LLMs to enhance customer experience for clients
  • Develop and maintain project documentation, including implementation plans, configuration guides, and training materials.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including Development, Customer Support, and Product Management, to address client needs and deliver customized solutions.
  • Provide regular updates and status reports to clients and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout the implementation lifecycle.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to clients, offering insights, best practices, and recommendations to optimize their use of our solution and maximize ROI.

Who You Are (Requirements):

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Proven experience in technical consulting, implementation, or deployment roles within the SaaS industry.
  • Strong understanding of software deployment methodologies, system integration, and configuration best practices.
  • Experience working with customer support tools such as ZenDesk, SalesForce, Shopify, or similar platforms is preferred but not essential.
  • Technical proficiency and ability to grasp complex concepts related to AI technology, APIs, and cloud-based solutions. Ideally experience with use/application of LLMs
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, internal teams, and stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to evolving project requirements and priorities.
  • Experience with Sentry, Kibana or other error logging tools preferred.
  • Customer-focused mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional service and driving positive outcomes for clients.

What You Get:

  • A chance to be an early member of a hyper-growth startup with equity to match
  • An opportunity to help us define a new market within AI
  • Ability to solve challenging problems with a world-class team
  • A low ego company culture that is obsessed with feedback and helping each other grow
  • A distributed team, with a flexible approach to work that allows you to choose how you best work
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid maternity, paternity parental leave
  • Company wide wellness days

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About Forethought

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Forethought’s mission is to unlock human potential through artificial intelligence, starting with transforming customer service on the leading AI platform for customer-first experiences.

Our game-changing solutions empower customers and employees with human-centered AI that provides answers, streamlines work, and makes life easier.

Complete platform

You shouldn’t need different technology for every business problem. Transform the entire customer service lifecycle on one platform, from resolving common cases instantly to tagging and routing tickets and assisting agents with relevant knowledge.

True AI

Leave traditional chatbots behind with cutting-edge Natural Language Understanding models that train themselves on real conversation history and knowledge base articles.

Rapid time to value

Accelerate ROI with expert-led implementation of our AI into your systems faster than any other solution.

Secure and trusted

Rest easy knowing we take data privacy and security seriously. Our proprietary technology undergoes regular security design reviews and is compliant with ISO 27001 and certified for SOC 2.

Employee benefits

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Health Coverage

Forethought offers competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage to ensure employees' health needs are met.

Competitive salary + stock options

We offer salaries that allow you to live the way you want to, and stock options that make you feel like an owner.

Unlimited PTO

Employees at Forethought enjoy the flexibility of unlimited paid time off to rest, travel, or pursue personal interests.

Parental Leave

Forethought provides paid leave for maternity, paternity, and adoption, supporting new parents in their growing families.

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