Palantir Foundry Solution Architect - SME Ashburn, VA, US

CACI International Inc; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. seeks a Senior Foundry Solution Architect to lead ARNG data platform projects using Palantir Foundry and Army Vantage. You will architect ontology-driven data solutions, pipelines, and AI capabilities while guiding governance and production readiness in an Agile environment.

You will collaborate with government leadership, mentor IPTs, and deliver scalable solutions across DoW systems, including Power Platform integrations and write-back capabilities.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and active Secret DoD clearance required.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/Info Assurance or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of related technical experience.
• Hands-on Palantir Foundry experience with listed modules.
• Experience with ontology design, SQL, and Microsoft Power Platform/Dataverse.

Responsibilities

• Architect and govern ARNG Foundry ontology, data pipelines, and object models.
• Develop Workshop apps, dashboards, and write-back capabilities.
• Design ontology-grounded AI solutions using AIP Logic, Agent Studio, and LLm workflows.
• Oversee compute governance, resource forecasting, project prioritization, and data governance.
• Integrate Foundry with Power Platform, Dataverse, Army Vantage, and other DoW systems.
• Lead IPTs, mentor developers, and provide executive briefings.
• Establish UAT and production readiness standards; address escalations and support Agile delivery.

Skills

Security clearance

Palantir Foundry

Python/PySpark

Ontology design

SQL

LLM/agentic solutions

Power Platform/Dataverse

Leadership

Communication

Education

BS/MS in CS/Info Assurance

Tools

Workshop

AIP Logic

Agent Studio

Pipeline Builder

Ontology Manager

Job description

**The Opportunity:**CACI’s Agile Solution Factory (ASF) is seeking a Senior Foundry Solution Architect to lead the Army National Guard’s (ARNG) development on the Army Data Platform (Palantir Foundry / Army Vantage). You will architect ontology-driven data solutions, pipelines, applications, and AI capabilities while overseeing platform governance, integrations, and operational decision support.As ARNG’s primary Foundry technical advisor, you will guide technical teams, collaborate with government leadership, and deliver scalable solutions within an Agile environment. **Responsibilities:** * Architect and govern ARNG’s Foundry ontology, data pipelines, and object models aligned with operational needs and Army UDRA standards.* Develop Workshop applications, dashboards, and write-back capabilities that capture operational decisions.* Design ontology-grounded AI solutions using AIP Logic, Agent Studio, and LLM workflows, including agent evaluation frameworks.* Oversee C2DAO compute governance, resource forecasting, project prioritization, and data governance standards.* Integrate Foundry with Microsoft Power Platform, Dataverse, ADVANA, Army Vantage, and other DoW systems.* Lead Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), mentor developers, and provide technical guidance and executive-level briefings.* Establish UAT and production readiness standards, resolve escalated technical issues, and support Agile delivery. ## Qualifications## Required:* U.S. citizenship and active Secret DoD clearance (interim eligibility considered).* Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, MIS, or related field; equivalent experience accepted.* Minimum 7 years of related technical experience.* Hands-on Palantir Foundry experience, including Pipeline Builder, Python/PySpark, code repositories, Ontology Manager, Workshop, AIP Logic, and Agent Studio.* Experience with ontology design, SQL, LLM/agentic solutions, enterprise data governance, and Microsoft Power Platform/Dataverse.* Strong technical leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced Agile environments.* Hands-on Palantir Foundry expertise, including:* Pipeline Builder* Code repositories* Ontology Manager* Workshop* AIP, including Logic and Agent Studio* Proficiency in Python/PySpark, SQL, ontology design, and developing actionable data models and transformations.* Experience developing and evaluating enterprise LLM/agentic solutions using RAG, prompt engineering, or AIP.* Experience with federal/DoW data and compute governance, including standards and ownership.* Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform and Dataverse.* Ability to brief senior government leadership and develop executive-level deliverables. ## Desired:* Palantir Foundry or Microsoft Power Platform certifications, including PL-600 or PL-400.* Experience with Army Data Platform, C2DAO, MAVEN, or DoW data systems, including IPPS-A, GFEBS, DCPS, SAP, or ADVANA.* National Guard Bureau or state-level Guard experience.* Familiarity with Army 365, IL5 cloud environments, and enterprise Power Platform architecture, including Dataverse, ALM, Power BI, and Power Automate.* Experience with Copilot Studio, Azure Data/AI tools, including Databricks, Synapse, or Data Factory, and enterprise agent frameworks.* Experience delivering technical training and guidance, with knowledge of security, compliance, and responsible AI practices. -**What You Can Expect:****A culture of integrity.**At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.**An environment of trust.**CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.**A focus on continuous growth.**Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.**Pay Range**:There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.The proposed salary range for this position is:$113,200 - $237,800*CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.*