Principal Palantir Digital Engineer

SAIC; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Digital Engineer in El Segundo, CA to build end-to-end data solutions using Palantir Foundry for the PNT SE&I team onsite. You will translate requirements into technical solutions, develop interactive interfaces, transform and model data, and train users to drive data-driven decisions within a fast-paced, government-facing environment.

The role requires a Secret clearance, hands-on Palantir Foundry experience, and strong coding, problem-solving, and communication skills to

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree with 9+ years experience or Master's with 7+ years.
• Hands-on experience with Palantir Foundry.
• Programming skills in Python or Java.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and understand requirements and translate into data solutions using Palantir Foundry.
• Develop and design interactive applications and reports using Palantir Foundry.
• Perform data transformation, data modeling, and data cleaning using Palantir Foundry tools.
• Integrate data solutions with REST APIs and enterprise systems to automate processes.
• Optimize Foundry pipelines, datasets, and data retrieval from multiple sources.
• Provide training and documentation to end-users to drive adoption.

Skills

Palantir Foundry

Python

Java

Clearance: Secret

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Digital Engineer with demonstrated experience using Palantir Foundry onsite in El Segundo, CA to build end-to-end data solutions and applications for the Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) Team.

PNT SE&I provides engineering, integration, technical analysis, and subject matter expertise (SME) support to the US Space Force. As a member of our PNT SE&I Team, you'll work in a fast-paced environment with Government personnel and systems engineers to gather and translate business requirements into actionable data solutions, develop interactive user interfaces, perform data transformation and modeling, and provide support and training to ensure effective use of data-driven insights across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and understand business requirements, translating them into actionable data solutions using Palantir Foundry.

• Develop and design interactive applications and reports using Palantir Foundry, ensuring data accuracy and visual appeal to support decision-making.

• Perform data transformation, data modeling, and data cleaning using Palantir Foundry tools to prepare data for analysis.

• Integrate data solutions with REST APIs, enterprise systems, and third-party tools to create seamless workflows and automate business processes.

• Optimize Foundry performance, managing pipelines, datasets, and ensuring efficient data retrieval from various sources.

• Provide technical support, documentation, and training to end-users, driving adoption and ensuring teams can effectively leverage data solutions.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance.

• Bachelor's Degree and 9+ years of related experience; Masters and 7+ years of related experience.

• Must have demonstrated hands-on experience with Palantir Foundry.

• Programming skills in Python, Java, or similar languages.

• Strong problem-solving mindset with ability to translate ambiguous requirements into technical solutions.

• Strong interpersonal skills to enable working, interfacing, and interrelating with diverse personnel and dynamic teams.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced development skills with Palantir Foundry Warp Core.

• AI/ML skills and experience applying artificial intelligence to data solutions.

• UI/UX design experience for creating intuitive user interfaces.

• API development and integration experience.

• Familiarity with data governance and best practices for data security and compliance.

• Experience and familiarity working with DoD organization.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

REQNUMBER: 2616760

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