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Calvin French-Owen

05/16/25

@ OpenAI

When engineers are on call, they act as the first line of defense, similar to firefighters, ready to respond to issues as they arise.

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On call with Codex

@ OpenAI

05/16/25

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Bob McGrew

02/01/25

@ Y Combinator

The role of a 'forward deployed engineer' is essential; they work closely with customers to create tailored software solutions that meet specific needs.

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Varun Mohan

04/20/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Engineers do much more than just write code; they review, test, debug, and design, which means we still need a significant number of engineers.

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Y Combinator Cast

05/30/25

@ Y Combinator

Every founder has become a forward deployed engineer, meaning they must work closely with users to understand their needs and workflows.

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Matthew Prince

10/15/14

@ Y Combinator

I call everyone an engineer, regardless of their role, whether it's customer support, finance, or sales.

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Scott Wu

05/04/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

The role of an engineer is shifting from being a coder to becoming an architect, focusing more on high-level design and problem-solving rather than routine implementation.

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Bob McGrew

05/28/25

@ Joe Lonsdale

The best engineers are like artists; to keep them happy, you need to let them do their work without interference, allowing their creativity to lead to innovative products.

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a16z Cast

05/06/25

@ a16z

In China, software engineers hold senior positions within the defense apparatus, which allows them to make critical decisions quickly.

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Y Combinator Cast

05/30/25

@ Y Combinator

Startup founders should act as forward deployed engineers, engaging directly with customers to gather feedback and iterate quickly on their products.

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Harj Taggar

09/26/18

@ Y Combinator

Make a list of every good engineer you know, regardless of their current availability, and reach out to them to discuss potential opportunities.