Forward Deployed Software Engineer - Tactical Edge

About this role

Palantir seeks Forward Deployed Software Engineers to work directly with customers in tactical environments, solving critical data-driven problems by deploying and managing Palantir software across diverse hardware platforms. You'll own end-to-end project execution in small teams, combining technical problem-solving with customer collaboration to deliver high-impact solutions for government and enterprise clients.

What you'll do

• Deploy and manage Palantir platforms across various hardware form factors and environments
• Own end-to-end execution of high-stakes customer projects with minimal supervision
• Debug infrastructure, networking, and application issues in tactical settings
• Collaborate with customers to understand problems and design data-driven solutions
• Discuss architecture and strategy with engineering teams and customer executives
• Work with product teams to improve Palantir offerings based on field insights

What they're looking for

• Software engineering and full-stack development
• Infrastructure and networking troubleshooting
• System architecture and design
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Customer communication and stakeholder management
• Rapid learning of new technologies and languages
• Independent decision-making
• Project ownership and execution

Benefits

• Work on mission-critical projects with real-world impact
• Exposure to leadership and entrepreneurial experience
• Autonomous work environment with growth opportunities
• Collaboration with world-class engineers
• Opportunity to shape product direction