Software Engineer – Applied AI, Defense Applications

Palantir Technologies

. Design and build AI agents that help defense and intelligence users investigate complex questions, analyze operational data, develop plans, and produce actionable work .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $145,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and building AI agents for defense and intelligence applications, with a strong focus on optimizing user workflows and enhancing software efficiency. Proficient in programming languages and frameworks essential for developing scalable applications and fine-tuning performance.

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Java ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingReact ProficiencyTypeScript Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringProduction Application DeliveryLLM Application DevelopmentPerformance AnalysisContext Management

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCollaborationFeedback IncorporationQuality Maintenance

Certifications & Qualifications

US Security Clearance Eligibility

Industry Keywords

AI AgentsOperational Data AnalysisUser Experience (UX)Cross-Functional CollaborationScalability Optimization

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaJavaScriptPythonReactTypeScriptC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and build AI agents that help defense and intelligence users investigate complex questions, analyze operational data, develop plans, and produce actionable work
Improve agent experience through data-driven evaluations across memory, tool and skill design, context management, fine-tuning, and more
Improve user workflows by collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring seamless experiences across product boundaries
Build interfaces that let users direct agents, follow progress, inspect supporting evidence, review proposed actions, and refine resulting work
Own features from experimentation through production deployment, working with users, designers, and engineers to turn mission needs into reliable, reusable product capabilities
Optimize applications for speed and scalability through performance analysis and work with high-scale, complex data
Collaborate with users to refine workflow UX
Fine-tune performance for low-latency and accurate operational outcomes
Build cross-functional capabilities, streamline user workflows, and continuously improve software efficiency and reliability

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience coding in programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, or similar languages
Strong software engineering skills and experience delivering production applications
Strong proficiency in React and TypeScript
Engineering background in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or a similar field
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to iterate quickly with teammates, incorporate feedback, and maintain a high bar for quality
Active US Security clearance or eligibility and willingness to obtain a US Security clearance
Experience building applications with LLMs, including tool design, context management, agent workflows, or evaluation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Voluntary life insurance
Basic life, AD&D, 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
Subsidized back-up care for all parents
Fertility and family building benefits, including adoption, surrogacy, and preservation
Stipend for expenses associated with a new child
401(k) plan
Restricted Stock units, sign-on bonus, and other potential future incentives