Palantir
Backend Software Engineer - Application Development
$135K–$200K
New York, NY · Hybrid · Full-time · Posted Mar 11, 2024
- Education
- Engineering background in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or similar field.
About the job
Builds and maintains scalable backend systems, APIs, and data capabilities for Palantir products that support operational data and AI workflows.
What you'll do
- Architect, develop, maintain, and optimize high-performance backend services and large-scale data systems.
- Build APIs and collaborate with frontend and cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive user workflows.
- Promote code quality through reviews, guidelines, and knowledge sharing.
What they ask for
- Experience designing, developing, supporting, and maintaining live backend systems.
- In-depth understanding of data structures, system architecture, API development for microservices, and distributed systems.
- Engineering background in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or a similar field.
- Strong coding skills in Java, C++, Python, Rust, or similar languages, plus strong written and verbal communication.
Nice to have
- Active US Security clearance, or eligibility and willingness to obtain one, is beneficial but not necessary.
Pay
$135,000 - $200,000/year (base salary)
Tools
Java, Rust, Python, Go, Kafka, Cassandra, Elasticsearch, Spark
AI focus
Develop backend services that underpin operational data and AI systems.
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