Palantir Technologies builds leading software platforms for data-driven operations and decision-making. Their technology helps organizations solve critical real-world problems such as developing lifesaving drugs, forecasting supply chain disruptions, detecting fraud, locating missing children, and improving disaster response.
Role Overview
The Forward Deployed Software Engineer (FDSE) works directly with customers to understand complex operational challenges and build end-to-end technical solutions. The role combines software engineering, system design, data integration, and customer collaboration.
FDSEs:
Analyze customer pain points and transform ambiguous problems into scalable solutions.
Design and develop applications, integrations, and deployment architectures.
Work closely with users and stakeholders to continuously improve products through rapid feedback loops.
Use a combination of Palantir platforms, open-source technologies, and custom-built tools to solve high-impact problems.
Responsibilities
Lead technical solution development from concept to deployment.
Build and maintain scalable applications and data pipelines.
Integrate large-scale distributed systems and cloud infrastructure.
Collaborate with technical and non-technical teams.
Work directly with customers across industries including defense, healthcare, logistics, finance, and public sector operations.
Adapt solutions based on regulatory environments, operational workflows, and user requirements.
Travel as needed to support customer engagements.
Technologies Used
Backend: Java, Groovy, Python
Frontend: TypeScript, React, Leaflet, D3
Databases & Distributed Systems: PostgreSQL, Cassandra, Hadoop, Spark
Cloud Infrastructure: AWS EC2, AWS S3
Custom applications built on Palantir platforms
Company Principles
Impact-driven work
Ownership mentality
Strong collaboration culture
High trust and autonomy
Continuous growth and learning
Innovation through experimentation
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: $135,000 – $200,000/year
Potential additional compensation:
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Sign-on bonus
Long-term incentives
Benefits include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Relocation assistance
Flexible PTO policy
Paid holidays and year-end time off
Paid parental leave
Fertility and family support programs
401(k) plan
Commuter benefits
Work Environment
Palantir promotes an in-person collaborative culture with some hybrid flexibility depending on the role and team. Certain roles may allow remote work under exceptional circumstances.
The company emphasizes career growth, autonomy, innovation, and equal opportunity employment.
Active U.S. Security Clearance at Top Secret level or higher, or willingness to obtain/upgrade clearance.
Strong engineering background in:
Computer Science
Mathematics
Software Engineering
Physics
Related technical fields
Technical Skills
Strong programming experience in one or more of:
Python
Java
C++
TypeScript / JavaScript
Understanding of:
Data structures
Distributed storage systems
Cloud infrastructure
Front-end frameworks
Data integration systems
Preferred Experience
Experience with:
Logistics
Aviation
Sustainment systems
Materiel management
Readiness analysis
Soft Skills
Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
Comfortable working in rapidly changing environments.
Ability to learn independently and adapt quickly.
Strong ownership mindset and decision-making ability.
Additional Expectations
Willingness to travel as required.
Ability to understand how technical decisions impact end users and operational outcomes.