Forward Deployed AI Engineer

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine seeks a Forward Deployed AI Engineer to build and deploy data-driven solutions across our healthcare system. You will work with Palantir Foundry using Python and Typescript to develop data workflows, analyze large datasets, and integrate AI/analytics into practical applications for patients and clinicians.

The role emphasizes end-to-end analytics development from concept to deployment, strong collaboration with stakeholders, and ongoing learning in a fast-moving healthcare

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• 2–3 years of experience in software development, data engineering, or analytics roles.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and Typescript for building analytics applications and managing large datasets is required.
• Proven ability to translate broad business concepts into effective and scalable data solutions is required.
• Experience in developing data models and performing data analysis is required.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high‑quality outputs.
• Strong communication skills to convey technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders are required.

Responsibilities

• Work with Python and TypeScript within Palantir Foundry to build and deploy data‑driven solutions.
• Develop and manage data workflows and analyze large datasets.
• Integrate AI and analytics solutions into real‑world applications across the healthcare system.
• Take analytics use cases from concept through deployment, collaborating with stakeholders.

Skills

Python

SQL

Typescript

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Palantir Foundry

Dataiku

DataRobot

Databricks

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Forward Deployed AI Engineer

Build the Future of Healthcare Through AI, Data and Analytics!

As a Forward Deployed AI Engineer, you’ll work with Python and TypeScript within Palantir Foundry to build and deploy data-driven solutions that address real-world challenges across Nebraska Medicine. This is a hands‑on opportunity to develop and manage data workflows, analyze complex datasets, and integrate AI and analytics into applications that create meaningful value for patients, clinicians, and healthcare operations. You’ll take analytics use cases from concept through deployment, working closely with stakeholders to understand problems, translate ideas into practical solutions, and continuously improve what you build. If you’re a curious problem‑solver who enjoys learning new technologies, working in a fast-moving environment, and seeing your work move from an idea to something people actually use, this could be a great opportunity to grow your AI engineering career while making an impact on healthcare.

Details: Forward Deployed AI Engineer

• Candidate must live in Nebraska or Iowa
• This is a hybrid position, must be able to work on campus
• Preferred consideration will be given to applicant's familiar with Palantir Foundry, Dataiku, DataRobot, Databricks, cloud platforms, or similar AI/analytics platforms.
• Resume REQUIRED for consideration

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
• Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
• Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

As a Data, Analytics and AI Engineer, you will work with Palantir and other AI programming tools like Python and Typescript to build and deploy data-driven solutions across our healthcare system. You will be responsible for developing and managing data workflows, analyzing large datasets, and integrating AI and analytics solutions into real-world applications. This is a hands‑on role that focuses on executing analytics use cases from start to finish, supporting end‑to‑end development of analytics applications.

Required Qualifications: Forward Deployed AI Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field required.
• 2-3 years of experience in software development, data engineering, or analytics roles required.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python, SQL, and Typescript for building analytics applications and managing large datasets required.
• Proven ability to translate broad business concepts into effective and scalable data solutions required.
• Experience in developing data models and performing data analysis required.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, delivering impactful results while maintaining high-quality standards required.
• Strong communication skills to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders required.

Preferred Qualifications: Forward Deployed AI Engineer

• Familiarity with designing scalable and efficient analytics frameworks preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with analytics platforms and tools, including performance optimization and data visualization tools preferred.
• AI and LLM Aptitude: Strong curiosity and foundational understanding of AI concepts, including Large Language Models (LLMs), machine learning, and natural language processing (NLP), with a willingness to apply and deepen knowledge in these areas preferred.
• Experience collaborating with senior leadership, IT, and business stakeholders to address strategic challenges preferred.
• Familiarity with AI and data science platforms such as Palantir, Dataiku, DataRobot, or similar, for developing and deploying data-driven solutions preferred.
• Experience with data visualization tools, such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar, for translating complex data insights into actionable, user-friendly visuals preferred.
• Certification in Palantir AI platform (or the ability to obtain it within the first year of employment) preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.