Software Engineer – Forward Deployed AI (New Grad) - Promise - Anywhere
Promise
Company Overview
Promise modernizes how government agencies and utilities support people in financial difficulty. We build technology that makes it simple for residents to receive benefits, engage with assistance programs, set up flexible payment plans, and stay on track—while helping agencies increase efficiency, recover revenue, and deliver services with dignity. Our mission is to transform public systems so they work better for everyone, especially the most vulnerable.
Our team includes experts from companies like Palantir, Google, Stripe , and esteemed government leaders. We work hard and believe deeply in what we do. We're looking for excellent people to build innovative, resilient technology.
Backed by over $50 million in funding from top investors – such as Reid Hoffman, Howard Schultz, Michael Seibel, Y Combinator, 8VC, The General Partnership, First Round Capital, Kapor Capital, XYZ Ventures, and Bronze Investments – Promise has been recognized as one of Fast Company's "World's Most Innovative Companies of 2022,” “Forbes Next Billion-Dollar Startups 2024,” and Y Combinator’s #1 GovTech startup.
About the Role
We’re looking for a mission-driven engineer who wants to make real-world impact—fast.
At Promise, we help low-income families catch up on bills and access the financial relief they deserve. Our technology connects governments, utilities, and people—turning complex systems into simple, dignified experiences.
As a Software Engineer – Forward Deployed AI, you’ll sit at the intersection of software engineering, customer engagement, and applied AI. You’ll work hands-on with our partners to bring AI-powered solutions to life—building integrations, automations, and data workflows that help deliver public aid faster and more equitably.
This is a role for someone who loves to build, experiment, and collaborate directly with customers. You’ll see your code make a difference on day one—and you’ll learn how to bridge deep tech and human impact.
What You’ll