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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Forward Deployed Engineer - **Company:** Spektrum - **Location:** Brussel, Belgium - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Layers, ArcGIS (Software), Bash Shell, Computer Programming, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Networking Basics, Operational Data Store, OpenShift, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Esri GIS (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Front End Software Development, Data Pipelines, Docker - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.be/details/5824081920 ## About the Role * Strong software engineering and solution design skills. * Expertise with Palantir Foundry, including: o Data Pipelines o Ontology o Compute Modules o Code Repositories o Workbooks o Application Development * Programming experience in one or more of: o Python o Java o SQL o TypeScript/JavaScript o Bash o Go * Linux administration and troubleshooting. * Networking fundamentals. * Container technologies including Docker or Podman. * Container orchestration using Kubernetes or OpenShift. * System integration and application deployment. * Infrastructure troubleshooting across networking, infrastructure, and application layers. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. * Strong stakeholder management and customer engagement skills. Experience * Minimum 3 years' professional experience in Software * Engineering, Forward Deployed Engineering, or Solutions Engineering. * Hands-on experience developing production solutions using Palantir Foundry. * Experience designing and implementing data pipelines and operational applications. * Experience integrating enterprise platforms and operational data sources. * Experience deploying and supporting production systems. * Experience working in secure, on-premises, or restricted environments. * Experience collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Ability to work in fast-paced, mission-critical environments. Education * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, * Mathematics, Physics, or another related technical discipline. Desirable * Experience deploying software in classified, air-gapped, or disconnected environments. * Defence, intelligence, national security, or emergency management experience. * Experience with geospatial platforms such as Esri or ArcGIS. * Experience with command-and-control systems. * Experience developing front-end applications and data-rich user interfaces. * Understanding of NATO or national defence environments, accreditation processes, and compliance requirements. * Proficiency in an additional European language., * Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance ## Description The Forward Deployed Engineer works at the intersection of advanced technology and customer operations, delivering real-time intelligence solutions for defence, national security, and NATO environments. The role is responsible for designing, deploying, and supporting end-to-end solutions built on Palantir Foundry, integrating real-time intelligence with operational data to improve situational awareness and decision- making. The engineer works closely with customer stakeholders, providing technical expertise while ensuring solutions are reliable, scalable, and mission-ready. Role Duties and Responsibilities * Work directly with defence and security stakeholders to understand * operational requirements and develop technical solutions. * Design, develop, and deploy solutions using Palantir Foundry. * Build and maintain data pipelines, ontology models, and user-facing * applications. * Integrate real-time intelligence into customer workflows, command-and-control systems, and common operating pictures. * Develop and customise widgets and applications to support customer operational needs. * Take ownership of solutions throughout the full project lifecycle, from design through deployment and operational support. * Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure, networking, application, and integration issues. * Work in secure, restricted, disconnected, or on-premises environments as required. * Act as a trusted technical advisor to customer engineers and operational users. * Gather customer feedback and contribute to continuous product and solution improvements. * Collaborate with cross-functional technical and non-technical teams. * Travel to NATO sites, customer facilities, and operational locations across Europe as required. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Old tools, new tricks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1916-old-tools-new-tricks) - [This Is Not Your Father's .NET](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/967-this-is-not-your-father-s-net) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [From Zero to Hero: Launch & Manage Your Cloud Apps with Free OpenShift & Red Hat Developer Hub](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1023-from-zero-to-hero-launch-manage-your-cloud-apps-with-free-openshift-red-hat-developer-hub) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) ## Related Articles - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe)