Embedded Legal Engineer

Jobtailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off based on need

Paid leave for new parents

Job summary

Palantir Technologies in New York, NY is searching for an Embedded Legal Engineer to revolutionize legal operations using software solutions. This role requires collaboration across various teams to automate workflows that impact all employees. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in software engineering and proficiency in programming languages like Python and Java.

Additional skills in Large Language Models and strong communication abilities are needed. The position offers competitive benefits and a supportive work environment adaptable to the needs of employees.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of software engineering experience.
• Proficiency with programming languages like Python, Java, C++, TypeScript/JavaScript.
• Hands-on experience leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs).

Responsibilities

• Design and build custom applications to eliminate manual processes.
• Wrangle data and use AI to enhance critical operations.
• Shape team strategy and drive projects from ideation to deployment.
• Develop embedded relationships with user-groups and stakeholders.

Skills

Software engineering

Python

Java

C++

TypeScript/JavaScript

Large Language Models (LLMs)

Job description

Overview

Palantir builds the world's leading software for data‑driven decisions and operations. By bringing the right data to the people who need it, our platforms empower our partners to develop lifesaving drugs, forecast supply chain disruptions, locate missing children, and more.

The Role

This is a high‑impact role that offers the opportunity to collaborate with stakeholders across all areas of the business, supporting critical legal‑related workflows and outcomes. As an Embedded Legal Engineer, you’ll be uniquely positioned at the intersection of engineering and legal, working directly within our Legal Team to transform high‑touch, manual workflows into scalable, automated solutions. This is a mission‑critical role that combines deep technical expertise with intimate understanding of end‑to‑end legal operations challenges, enabling you to build tooling that directly impacts all Palantirians across the globe.

In this role you’ll have the unique opportunity to directly influence and scale internal legal operations for our customers (Palantirians), who are working alongside the world’s most critical institutions. By building on Palantir’s powerful platforms, leveraging integrated cutting‑edge AI, you’ll help Palantir unlock the full potential to make smarter, faster decisions.

Core Responsibilities

• Design and build custom applications, integrations, and workflows that eliminate manual processes
• Wrangle data and use AI to accelerate and enhance critical operations
• Shape team strategy and drive projects from ideation to deployment to deliver real value
• Develop embedded relationships, building alongside user‑groups and key stakeholders

What We Value

• Ability to collaborate in teams of technical and non‑technical individuals, and comfortable working in a constantly evolving environment with dynamic objectives and iteration with users
• Strong communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Experience leading cross‑functional projects to scale systems and processes from ideation to deployment
• Interest and curiosity in bringing technical solutions to the legal space

What We Require

• 2+ years of software engineering experience
• Proficiency with one or more programming languages, such as Python, Java, C++, TypeScript/JavaScript, or similar
• Hands‑on experience leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) to enhance operations

Salary

The estimated salary range for this position is $100,000 – $145,000 per year. Total compensation may also include Restricted Stock Units, sign‑on bonus, and other potential future incentives, and will be determined by individual qualifications, experience, skills, and other factors. This estimate excludes the value of any potential sign‑on bonus; the value of any benefits offered; and the potential future value of any long‑term incentives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (and voluntary life insurance) for employees and eligible dependents
• Automatic coverage by Palantir’s basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Paid time off based on need, not accrual; 2 weeks paid time off built into each year (subject to team and business needs)
• 10 paid holidays throughout the calendar year
• Supportive leave of absence program, including time off for military service and medical events
• Paid leave for new parents and subsidized backup care for all parents
• Fertility and family‑building benefits, including but not limited to adoption, surrogacy, and preservation
• Stipend for expenses that come with a new child
• Enrollment in Palantir’s 401(k) plan

Location and Work Arrangement

We encourage employees to work from our offices to foster connectivity and innovation. Many teams offer hybrid options (one or two days a week). Some roles allow remote work on an exceptional basis, requiring the employee to be in the state of employment. If the posting is specified as onsite, an office presence is required.

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all, including but not limited to Veterans and those with disabilities. Palantir is committed to making the application and hiring process accessible to everyone and will provide a reasonable accommodation for those living with a disability. If you need an accommodation for the application or hiring process, please let us know.

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