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# Forward Deployed Software Engineer - Tactical Edge

- **Company:** Palantir Technologies
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Computer-Aided Design, Bash Shell, Data Structures, Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), Front End Software Development, Golang
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2876714591-2

## About the Role

* Strong engineering background, preferred in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics
 * Experience with containers (Docker/Podman) and orchestration (OpenShift/Kubernetes) infrastructure
 * Demonstrated proficiency with Linux systems, networking, and on-premise infrastructure
 * Demonstrated proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, Bash, JavaScript, Go or similar
 * Familiarity with data structures, storage systems, and front-end frameworks
 * Understanding of how technical decisions impact the user of what you're building
 * Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in teams of technical and non-technical individuals, and comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment with dynamic objectives and iteration with users
 * Demonstrated ability to continuously learn, work independently, and make decisions with minimal supervision
 * Willingness and interest to travel 25-75%

## Description

Forward Deployed Software Engineers (FDSEs) work directly with customers to quickly understand their greatest problems and design and implement solutions to use data against them. Our customers rely on Palantir's platforms for some of their most critical operations, and projects often start with an open ended question like "Why are we delaying so many flights?" or "How can we better identify instances of money laundering?" As an FDSE, you'll apply your problem solving ability, creativity, and technical skills to help organizations use their data to drive a real impact in the world. You'll have the opportunity to gain rare insight into and contribute to some of the world's most important industries and institutions.

As an FDSE on the Tactical Edge, your responsibilities look similar to those of a startup CTO: you'll work in small teams with minimal supervision and own end-to-end execution of high stakes projects. You'll apply your problem solving ability, creativity, and technical skills to deploy and manage Palantir software across a variety of hardware form factors, ranging in size, location, and accessibility. Your day might span debugging infrastructure/networking/application issues, discussing architecture with fellow engineers, collaborating with developers to improve the Palantir product offering, speaking with customer executives, or establishing strategy for your team.


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