Head of Forward Deployed Engineering
Mesh · New York, NY
Posted about 3 months ago · $282,000 - $355,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 78 days Mesh's roles stay open a median of 78 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 32% of Mesh's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Mesh
- high 22 stale, 0 reposted of 25 open
- Hiring momentum
- 33 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-22
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Mesh's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Mesh.
About this role
The Head of Forward Deployed Engineering at Mesh will lead the establishment and scaling of a new engineering function focused on integrating crypto payment solutions with strategic partners. This role involves building a team of senior engineers, defining operational models, and ensuring successful technical integrations that meet partner needs. The position requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and commercial acumen to drive alignment and deliver results in high-stakes environments.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Mesh as an employer.
What you need
- 10+ years in technical roles
- 4+ years leading forward-deployed teams
- Experience building a 0→1 organization or a new service line
- Track record of attracting, developing, and retaining senior engineers
- Strong backend or integrations engineering background
- Substantial experience with broker, exchange, or payments integration patterns
What you get
- Competitive salary and equity
- Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family
- Unlimited PTO
- Budget for courses, conferences, and certifications
- Remote-friendly work approach
- Top-tier tools and equipment
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of remote work flexibility beyond hybrid model
- Role involves significant leadership and strategic responsibilities
- High compensation range may reflect varying levels of experience and negotiation
Summarised from Mesh's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Mesh on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-22. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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