Forward Deployed Software Engineer · Palantir

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:51:59 GMT
Engineering

Palantir · Washington, D.C. · $135,000 - $200,000 per year · onsite

A Forward Deployed Software Engineer (FDSE) works directly with customers to understand their problems and design solutions using Palantir's platforms. They apply problem-solving skills, creativity, and technical expertise to help organisations use data for real-world impact.

Responsibilities:

Work with customers to understand their problems and design solutions using Palantir's platforms

Apply problem-solving skills, creativity, and technical expertise to help organisations use data for real-world impact

Collaborate with internal teams, including product teams and deployment strategists, as well as external customers

Develop and implement solutions to complex problems

Our Principles:

Impact: We take on meaningful and challenging projects that change the world for the better

Ownership: We see projects through from beginning to end, working through any obstacles we may encounter

Collaboration: We work internally with people from a variety of backgrounds and externally with our customers

Trust: We trust each other to effectively manage time and priorities and give people the space to think for themselves

Growth: We encourage ourselves and our peers to seek new challenges and opportunities for growth

Learning: We believe experiential learning is one of the best teachers

What We Value:

Strong engineering background, preferably in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, or Physics

Experience with logistics, materiel, sustainment, aviation, or readiness analysis is a plus

Familiarity with data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, front-end frameworks, and other technical tools

Understanding of how technical decisions impact the user of what you're building

Strong coding skills, with demonstrated proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, or similar

Requirements:

Active US Security Clearance at or above the Top Secret level or willingness to obtain/upgrade to or above Top Secret

Additional Information:

Salary: Estimated $135,000 - $200,000 per year

Total compensation includes Restricted Stock units, sign-on bonus, and other potential future incentives

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, commuter benefits, relocation assistance, and paid time off

Life at Palantir:

We want every Palantirian to achieve their best outcomes, which is why we celebrate individuals' strengths, skills, and interests

We promote health and well-being across all areas of Palantirians' lives, including physical, mental, and financial well-being

We believe employees are 'better together' and in-person work affords the opportunity for more creative outcomes

If you want to empower the world's most important institutions, you belong here. Palantir values excellence regardless of background and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all, including but not limited to Veterans and those with disabilities.