Forward Deployed Software Engineer - Edge Autonomous Systems
About this role
The Role
We are seeking a Forward Deployed Software Engineer to join a newly-formed team focused on developing software to run Autonomous Systems for use in tactical missions. This role involves building, integrating, and deploying state-of-the-art software that can run on compute-constrained, intermittently connected systems including drones, UxVs, and upstream control systems to enable users to effectively execute missions via autonomous systems. You will work alongside other experts in sensing, artificial intelligence, and systems engineering to build and deliver solutions that will help redefine complex military and civilian mission scenarios in the real world.
Core Responsibilities
Build, test, integrate, and deploy mission-critical autonomy and algorithmic software for different types of autonomous systems.
Connect these autonomy solutions to core Palantir platform and with AI and other autonomy software solutions such sensor and data fusion services, and agentic decision making engines.
"Make things work" in many environments, including tackling challenges in deployment, integration, security, software testing, flight testing, and user experience.
Partner with multidisciplinary teams, including experts in sensing and fusion, artificial intelligence, systems engineering, user experience, and hardware and robotics experts to deliver well integrated solutions.
What We Value
Proven experience in software development of edge software systems, ideally (but not required) experience in drones, robotics, self-driving, or other related fields.
Knowledge of software deployment and edge networking, handling streaming/real time data, handling high-volume and low latency sensor data, familiarity with mavlink/ardupilot/px4.
Ability to manage complexity, take initiative in problem solving, and think critically under pressure.
Experience deploying and maintaining production systems.
Willingness and readiness to test in the field.
What We Require
2+ years of professional software development experience
2+ years of experience integrating and deploying software to edge or autonomous systems (e.g. drones, self-driving, on-prem/edge servers)
Strong proficiency in modern languages, e.g. Rust, Python, Go, etc.
Strong integration skills and experience with software deployment, CI and automation tools, navigating APIs and documentation, networking, security and authentication, Linux/GNU.
Bachelor's/Master's (or significant relevant work experience) in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields
Active US Security clearance or eligibility and willingness to obtain a US Security clearance
Ability to travel 25-75%, varies by location and team
Company at a glance
Palantir is a publicly traded software company specializing in data integration and analysis solutions for government agencies and enterprises across national security, healthcare, energy, finance, and manufacturing sectors.
What happens next
Skip the application pile. I get you in front of the people who decide.
Confirm the fit
A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.
I pitch you to the company
I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.
A meeting lands on your calendar
When the company wants to meet, I get the call on your calendar. You just show up.
Culture & values
Celebrate individuals' strengths, skills, and interests from first interview to long-term growth
Do not rely on traditional career ladders
Pay attention to the needs of the community to optimize growth opportunities
Ensure many pathways to success at Palantir
Believe employees are 'better together'
In-person work affords opportunity for more creative outcomes
Encourage employees to work from offices to foster connectivity and innovation
Many teams offer hybrid options allowing employees to work from home one or two days a week
Allow employees to strike the right trade-off for their personal productivity
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