Backend Software Engineer - Defense

Palantir Technologies

1 year ago

3.6 on Glassdoor

Palo Alto, CA

Onsite

Full Time

Senior

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About this role

Palantir is seeking Backend Software Engineers to develop scalable, high-performance backend services that drive mission-critical defense products for military organizations worldwide. The role involves designing and maintaining complex systems, collaborating across teams, and applying various technologies to improve operational data and AI systems.

Skills

Qualifications

Engineering background in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics or similar fieldExperience in designing and developing backend systemsStrong coding skills in Java, C++, Python, Rust or similarWillingness to obtain a US Security clearance

About Palantir Technologies

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Palantir Technologies builds software that integrates disparate data, analytics, and AI into operational workflows so organizations can make faster, more informed decisions at scale. Its flagship platforms—Foundry for commercial data operations, Gotham for government and intelligence, and the AIP suite—offer data integration, modeling, workflow automation, secure governance, and real‑time decisioning. Palantir serves government agencies and enterprise customers across finance, healthcare, energy, manufacturing and defense, and is known for tackling complex, sensitive data problems and deploying mission‑critical analytics into production.