Forward Deployed Software Engineer, New Grad Commercial
Job Location:
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 135000 - 145000
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Posted on:
2 days ago
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
A World-Changing Company
Palantir builds the worlds leading software for data-driven decisions and operations. By bringing the right data to the people who need it our platforms empower our partners to develop lifesaving drugs forecast supply chain disruptions locate missing children and more.
The Forward Deployed Engineer New Grad
Forward Deployed Engineering is a radical commitment to the outcome. This is Palantirs operating ethos. We pioneered this unique position embedding engineers directly with our customers to tackle their most pressing challenges head-on. As an FDE youll be at the intersection of world-changing problems and impactful technology shaping solutions where they matter most.
From hospital beds to factory floors Forward Deployed Engineers (FDEs) embed themselves in the customers reality until the problem is theirs. This requires walking many miles in a customers shoes building past the perimeter of what the product currently offers and deviating from every pre-existing formula to solve the problem. Whether that problem is How do we predict and mitigate wildfire risks across a power grid or How can we analyze and adapt a global supply chain to deliver critical parts on time Youll use your technical expertise creativity and problem-solving skills to drive real-world impact.
Core Responsibilities
To solve mission-critical problems by deploying software and AI into the high stakes operations of the worlds leading institutions. This requires a ruthless commitment to truth-seeking and prioritizing real outcomes.
The work is difficult. The stakes are real. You will work in small high-trust teams and own projects end-to-end from the first conversation with a customer to shipping the product that changes how they operate. You will embed with the customer the chaos and the consequences and will be entrusted with real ownership to:
The work is difficult. The stakes are real. You will work in small high-trust teams and own projects end-to-end from the first conversation with a customer to shipping the product that changes how they operate. You will embed with the customer the chaos and the consequences and will be entrusted with real ownership to:
- Collaborate with engineers to make architecture and design decisions
- Wrestle with data at a scale that breaks assumptions and demands invention
- Build custom applications LLM workflows and production solutions engineered for a specific customers reality
- Own relationships with stakeholders from the users in the weeds to the executives making the calls
What We Value
The drive to solve your customers problem. This can translate to:
- Going where youre needed most Embed where and when it matters. Expect 2550% travel depending on team and location.
- Agency You learn continuously make decisions with incomplete information and dont wait to be told what to do next.
- Embracing the ambiguity You operate effectively in teams that mix technical and non-technical people in environments where the objectives shift the users push back and the solution demands iteration.
- Intrinsic motivations You solve hard technical problems (data structures storage systems cloud infrastructure front-end frameworks) not because you were assigned to but because thats what it takes to achieve your outcomes.
- Ruthless goal orientation You do not operate within a products existing boundaries and limitations. You push past them rewrite them or discard them entirely.
What We Require
- Engineering degree preferred in fields such as Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Mathematics Software Engineering Physics and Data Science.
- Proficiency with one or more programming languages such as Python Java C TypeScript/JavaScript or similar.
- Must be graduating in December 2026 or Spring 2027.
To apply please submit the following:
- An updated resume / CV - please do so in PDF format.
- Thoughtful responses to our application questions.
Salary
The estimated salary range for this position is estimated to be $135000 - $145000/year. Total compensation for this position may also include Restricted Stock units sign-on bonus and other potential future incentives. Further note that total compensation for this position will be determined by each individuals relevant qualifications work experience skills and other factors. This estimate excludes the value of any potential sign-on bonus; the value of any benefits offered; and the potential future value of any long-term incentives.
Our benefits aim to promote health and wellbeing across all areas of Palantirians lives. We work to continuously improve our offerings and listen to our community as we design and update them. The list below details our available benefits and some of the perks that can be enjoyed as an employee of Palantir Technologies.
Benefits
Employees (and their eligible dependents) can enroll in medical dental and vision insurance as well as voluntary life insurance
Employees are automatically covered by Palantirs 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 and subsidized back-up care for all parents
Fertility and family building benefits including but not limited to adoption surrogacy and preservation
Stipend to help with expenses that come with a new child
Employees can enroll in Palantirs 401k plan
Life at Palantir
We want every Palantirian to achieve their best outcomes thats why we celebrate individuals strengths skills and interests from your first interview to your longterm growth rather than rely on traditional career ladders. Paying attention to the needs of our community enables us to optimize our opportunities to grow and helps ensure many pathways to success at Palantir. Promoting health and well-being across all areas of Palantirians lives is just one of the ways were investing in our community. Learn more at Life at Palantir and note that our offerings may vary by region.
In keeping consistent with Palantirs values and culture we believe employees are better together and in-person work affords the opportunity for more creative outcomes. Therefore we encourage employees to work from our offices to foster connectivity and innovation. Many teams do offer hybrid options (WFH a day or two a week) allowing our employees to strike the right trade-off for their personal productivity. Based on business need there are a few roles that allow for Remote work on an exceptional basis. If you are applying for one of these roles you must work from the state in which you are employed. If the posting is specified as Onsite you are required to work from an office.
If you want to empower the worlds most important institutions you belong here. Palantir values excellence regardless of background. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all including but not limited to Veterans and those with disabilities. Palantir is committed to making the application and hiring process accessible to everyone and will provide a reasonable accommodation for those living with a disability. If you need an accommodation for the application or hiring process please reach out and let us know how we can help.
Please note that you will never be asked to submit a payment or share financial information to participate in our interview process. If you suspect that youve been contacted by a scammer we recommend you cease all communication with the individual and consider reporting them to the relevant authorities such as the US FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).
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About Company
We build software that empowers organizations to effectively integrate their data, decisions, and operations.
