Forward Deployed Software Engineer, New Grad - US Government

Palantir Technologies; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Take what you need paid time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Palantir Technologies is looking for a Forward Deployed Software Engineer in Washington, D.C., to design and implement solutions that leverage data to solve critical problems. The role demands strong programming skills and the ability to work effectively with clients on diverse projects.

Applicants should have an engineering background with a proficiency in languages like Python or Java. A US Security clearance is essential. The position offers a competitive salary range of $135,000 - $145,000 per year along with attractive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active US Security clearance or eligibility required.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages is essential.
• Background in engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with customers to identify and implement data-driven solutions.
• Own end-to-end execution of high-stakes projects in small teams.
• Discuss architecture and collaborate with engineers and customers.

Skills

Proficiency with programming languages (Python, Java, C++, TypeScript/JavaScript)

Ability to solve technical problems with data structures

Collaboration in diverse teams

Education

Engineering background in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or Data Science

Job description

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

Forward Deployed Software Engineers (FDSEs) work directly with customers to quickly understand their greatest problems and design and implement solutions to use data against them. Our customers rely on Palantir’s platforms for some of their most critical operations, and projects often start with open‑ended questions such as “How do we evaluate wildfire risk and optimize a power grid as a result?” or “How do we quickly assess our food supply chain and modify it to deliver life‑saving assistance on time?” As an FDSE, you’ll apply your problem‑solving ability, creativity, and technical skills to help organizations use their data to drive real impact in the world. You’ll have the opportunity to gain rare insight into and contribute to some of the world’s most important industries and institutions.

Core Responsibilities

As an FDSE your responsibilities look similar to those of a startup CTO. You’ll work in small teams with minimal supervision and own end‑to‑end execution of high‑stakes projects. Your day might span discussing architecture with fellow engineers, wrangling massive‑scale data, coding a custom web app, speaking with customer executives, or establishing strategy for your team.

Our Principles

• Impact: We address meaningful and exciting projects that change the world for the better.
• Ownership: We see projects through from beginning to end, working through any obstacles we may encounter. We trust each other to effectively handle time and priorities and give people the space to think for themselves.
• Collaboration: We work internally with people from a variety of backgrounds — such as other FDSEs, product teams, and Deployment Strategists. We also work externally with our customers, often on site, to understand and tackle their problems.
• Growth: We believe experiential learning is one of the best teachers and encourage ourselves and our peers to seek new challenges and opportunities for growth, as well as find new ways to innovate and share knowledge.

What We Value

• Ability to continuously learn, work independently, and make decisions with minimal direction.
• 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.
• An eagerness to creatively solve technical problems with data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, front‑end frameworks, and other technical tools.
• Interest in working with and using large‑scale data to solve valuable business problems.
• Willingness and interest to travel as needed to client sites. Ability to travel 25‑50% preferred, but requirements vary by team and location.

What We Require

• Active US Security clearance or eligibility and willingness to obtain a US Security clearance.
• Engineering background, preferred in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, and Data Science.
• Proficiency with one or more programming languages, such as Python, Java, C++, TypeScript/JavaScript, or similar.

Salary

The estimated salary range for this position is $135,000 - $145,000 per year. Total compensation may also include restricted stock units, sign‑on bonus, and other potential future incentives. The estimate excludes the value of any potential sign‑on bonus, benefits, and the future value of long‑term incentives.

Benefits

• Employees (and their eligible dependents) can enroll in medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as voluntary life insurance.
• Employees are automatically covered by Palantir’s basic life, AD&DD and disability insurance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Relocation assistance.
• Take what you need paid time off, not accrual based.
• 2 weeks paid time off built into the end of 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 to help with expenses that come with a new child.
• Employees can enroll in Palantir’s 401k plan.

Equal Opportunity

Palantir is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer for all, including but not limited to Veterans and those with disabilities. We are committed to making the application and hiring process accessible to everyone and will provide a reasonable accommodation for those living with a disability.