Forward Deployed Software Engineer

Palantir Technologies

. Work directly with customers to understand and solve pressing technical challenges .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesJunior💰 $135,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong coding proficiency in Python, Java, C++, and TypeScript/JavaScript while leveraging large-scale data and AI to architect and implement solutions. Capable of collaborating with diverse stakeholders and driving projects from ideation to deployment in a dynamic environment.

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Coding Proficiency in PythonCoding Proficiency in JavaCoding Proficiency in C++Large-Scale Data AnalysisAI Solution Development

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringData StructuresCloud InfrastructureFront-End FrameworksAnalytical Problem Solving

Soft Skills

CollaborationAdaptabilityIndependent Learning

Industry Keywords

Computer ScienceMathematicsPhysicsData ScienceTechnical Challenges

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudJavaJavaScriptPythonTypeScriptC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work directly with customers to understand and solve pressing technical challenges
Architect and build solutions leveraging business-critical data and AI
Collaborate with fellow engineers on architecture and design decisions
Wrangle massive-scale data and use AI to accelerate and enhance critical operations
Develop custom applications tailored to customer needs
Engage directly with customer stakeholders, from technical teams to executives
Shape team strategy and drive projects from ideation through deployment
Own end-to-end execution and implementation of high-stakes projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

1+ years of relevant, post-college work experience
Strong engineering background, preferably in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or Data Science
Strong coding proficiency in Python, Java, C++, TypeScript/JavaScript, or similar
Analytical mindset and ability to solve technical problems with data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, front-end frameworks, and other technical tools
Experience or interest in working with large-scale data to solve business problems
Ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical individuals
Comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment with dynamic objectives and user iteration
Ability to continuously learn and work independently with minimal supervision
Ability and interest to travel up to 25% to client sites, as needed
Must work from the state in which employed if working remotely

Benefits

Comp & perks

Restricted Stock units
Sign-on bonus
Other potential future incentives
Health and well-being support
Mentorship
Hybrid work options (WFH a day or two a week)
Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities