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Forward-deployed engineers are the AI industry’s latest talent obsession
TechCrunch AI·July 30, 2026·1 min read
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A new study reveals that only 2,000 engineers in the U.S. possess the skills to effectively implement AI solutions that generate a significant return on investment. This scarcity is leading companies to prioritize the hiring of forward-deployed engineers to help scale their AI initiatives.
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A new study estimates only 2,000 U.S. engineers have the expertise to deliver meaningful AI ROI, as enterprises race to hire forward-deployed engineers to implement AI at scale.
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