Backend Engineer - Defense: Scalable, Real-Time Data Ops

Palantir Technologies; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Generous paid time off policy

Relocation assistance

Supportive leave for new parents

Job summary

Palantir Technologies in Palo Alto is looking for a Backend Software Engineer to design and develop high-performance backend solutions that empower organizations to use data effectively. The role involves working closely with teams to architect systems, maintain APIs, and optimize performance. Candidates should have strong programming skills in languages like Java or Python, and an understanding of distributed systems. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and developing backend systems.
• Strong coding skills in Java, Python, or Rust.
• In-depth understanding of APIs and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain high-performance backend services.
• Build robust APIs and collaborate with front-end developers.
• Optimize applications for speed and scalability.

Skills

Java

Python

Rust

C++

Distributed systems

Collaborative workflows

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Kafka

Elasticsearch

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Palantir Technologies in Palo Alto is looking for a Backend Software Engineer to design and develop high-performance backend solutions that empower organizations to use data effectively. The role involves working closely with teams to architect systems, maintain APIs, and optimize performance. Candidates should have strong programming skills in languages like Java or Python, and an understanding of distributed systems. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.