Forward Deployed Software Engineer
Palantir · Hybrid
MeritLog read this listing from Palantir's Lever job board and last checked it on September 8, 2026.
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Job details
- Work model
- Hybrid
- Salary
- Not listed by source
- Location
- New York, NY
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Job description
A World-Changing Company Palantir builds the world’s 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 Role The Original Forward Deployed Software Engineer At Palantir, the Forward Deployed Software Engineer (FDSE) role isn’t just a job title: it’s the blueprint. We pioneered this unique position, embedding talented engineers directly with our customers to tackle their most pressing challenges head-on. As an FDSE, you’ll be at the intersection of world-changing problems and impactful technology, shaping solutions where they matter most. FDSEs work side by side with our customers, rapidly understanding their toughest issues; architecting and building solutions that leverage business-critical data and the latest advancements in AI to solve them. Whether it’s “How do we predict and mitigate wildfire risks to optimize power grids?” or “How can we analyze and adapt a global food supply chain to deliver life-saving aid on time?”, you’ll use your technical expertise, creativity, and problem-solving skills to drive real-world impact. You’ll have the rare opportunity to gain deep insight into and directly influence some of the world’s most critical industries and institutions. By building on Palantir’s powerful platforms leveraging integrated cutting-edge AI, you’ll help organizations unlock the full potential of their data to make smarter, faster decisions. Core Responsibilities As an FDSE, you’ll experience the autonomy of a startup, with the resources, mentorship, and stability of an established tech company. Your contributions will have a direct impact on our customers’ missions and the real world. You’ll work in small, agile teams and own the end-to-end execution and implementation of high-stakes projects, including: • Collaborating with fellow engineers on architecture and design decisions • Wrangling massive-scale data and using AI to accelerate and enhance critical operations • Developing custom applications tailored to customer needs • Engaging directly with customer stakeholders, from technical teams to executives • Shaping team strategy and driving projects from ideation to deployment, increasing your pain threshold to deliver real value
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