Palantir Data Engineer

Apex Systems; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Data Engineer, specializing in building and optimizing data pipelines using the Palantir Foundry platform. In this dynamic role, you will enhance data integration and visualization capabilities while collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex business challenges. Your expertise in data modeling and distributed computing will be pivotal in transforming data organization and improving performance. This innovative firm values continuous learning and offers a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about technology and data solutions.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Health Savings Account

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Certification Discounts

Corporate Discount Savings Program

Qualifications

• Experience in building data-heavy applications as a data engineer.
• Proficiency in Palantir Foundry with focus on data modeling.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain production-grade data pipelines and connections.
• Develop back-end logic enhancing data integration and visualization.

Skills

Data Engineering

Palantir Foundry

Python

SQL

Distributed Computing (e.g., Spark)

Analytical Thinking

Agile Methodologies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Significant Practical Software Project Experience

Tools

Palantir Foundry

Ontology Manager

Spark

Job description

• As part of the team, you would help build tools that optimize investment and operational decisions.

• Be a specialist in building and maintaining production-grade data pipelines, data connections, and ontologies within the Palantir Foundry platform.

• Implement the data layer of the application using the Palantir Foundry platform, revising the current design implemented in other technologies

• Serve as a knowledge resource regarding Palantir tools for the rest of the team

What you will do

• Quickly come up to speed on the current data organization of the product, converting that data model into a Palantir Ontology representation

• Develop back-end code logic that leverages semantic object linking (ontologies) to enhance data integration, analysis, and visualization capabilities.

• Give suggestions and recommendations on changes to the data model that would improve performance, extensibility, or flexibility of the Palantir solution

• Work closely with data strategists to develop technology solutions for business problems, ensuring seamless data flow and integration.

• Implement validations and transforms of the Ontology data as required, taking full advantage of Foundry platform capabilities

• Create examples or write interface code that will ease connection to Ontology data from other parts of our system

• Create and configure ontology objects using backing datasets, permissions, and other configurations.

• Document ontologies, data models, schemas, formats, and software application program interfaces.

• Partner with product owners, architects, and developers to design data architecture and pipelining.

• Provide training and support to users on the capabilities and use cases enabled by the enhancement of Palantir Foundry ontology.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, quantitative sciences, or mathematics; alternatively significant practical software project experience

• Multiple years of experience in building data heavy applications or working as a data engineer

• Producing or maintaining high-quality data assets in Foundry

• Knowledge of distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Spark) and programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL).

• Demonstrated proficiency and experience with building applications in Palantir Foundry, focused on data modeling and utilization of Ontology Manager tool

• Strong analytical thinking skills with ability to assimilate software architectures and data designs quickly

• Adaptability to rapidly changing priorities and an ability to deliver work on time

• Good technical communication and collaboration skills; experience working in Agile teams

Preferred Qualifications/ Experience

• Broad experience in other Palantir Foundry tools (e.g. Workshop, Quiver, etc.)

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [e-mail] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview:Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.