Digital Engineer

Saic; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Digital Engineer onsite to build end-to-end data solutions for the PNT SE&I Team. You will translate requirements into data-driven applications using Palantir Foundry and develop interactive interfaces for decision support.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of related experience, and an active Secret clearance. Proficiency in Palantir Foundry, Python or Java, and strong problem-solving skills are essential to deliver scalable data solutions.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of related experience.
• Hands-on Palantir Foundry experience.
• Programming skills in Python, Java, or similar languages.
• Strong problem-solving mindset to translate ambiguous requirements into technical solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and translate requirements into data solutions using Palantir Foundry.
• Develop interactive applications and reports using Palantir Foundry for decision support.
• Perform data transformation, modeling, and cleaning using Palantir Foundry tools.
• Integrate data solutions with REST APIs and enterprise systems to automate workflows.
• Optimize Foundry performance and manage pipelines and datasets.
• Provide training and documentation to end-users to drive adoption.

Skills

Palantir Foundry

Python/Java

Interpersonal skills

API development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Palantir Foundry Warp Core

Job description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Digital Engineer onsite in El Segundo, CA to build end-to-end data solutions and applications for the Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) Team.

PNT SE&I provides engineering, integration, technical analysis, and subject matter expertise (SME) support to the US Space Force. As a member of our PNT SE&I Team, you'll work in a fast-paced environment with Government personnel and systems engineers to gather and translate business requirements into actionable data solutions, develop interactive user interfaces, perform data transformation and modeling, and provide support and training to ensure effective use of data-driven insights across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and understand business requirements, translating them into actionable data solutions using Palantir Foundry.
• Develop and design interactive applications and reports using Palantir Foundry, ensuring data accuracy and visual appeal to support decision-making.
• Perform data transformation, data modeling, and data cleaning using Palantir Foundry tools to prepare data for analysis.
• Integrate data solutions with REST APIs, enterprise systems, and third-party tools to create seamless workflows and automate business processes.
• Optimize Foundry performance, managing pipelines, datasets, and ensuring efficient data retrieval from various sources.
• Provide technical support, documentation, and training to end-users, driving adoption and ensuring teams can effectively leverage data solutions.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years of related experience.
• Must have demonstrated hands‑on experience with Palantir Foundry.
• Programming skills in Python, Java, or similar languages.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset with ability to translate ambiguous requirements into technical solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills to enable working, interfacing, and interrelating with diverse personnel and dynamic teams.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced development skills with Palantir Foundry Warp Core.
• AI/ML skills and experience applying artificial intelligence to data solutions.
• UI/UX design experience for creating intuitive user interfaces.
• API development and integration experience.
• Familiarity with data governance and best practices for data security and compliance.
• Experience and familiarity working with DoD organization.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.