Palantir Forward Deployed Software Engineer

Palantir Forward Deployed Software Engineer

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Palantir Forward Deployed Software Engineer in Reston, VA!

Position Title: Palantir Forward Deployed Software Engineer

Location: Reston, VA

Anticipated Start Date: 09/08/2025

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 6+ months contract + Renewable

Job Type: [FULL TIME (>=40 HRS WEEKLY) [CONTRACT], [Hybrid]

Pay Range: $60- $65/hr

Job Description

Lead the end-to-end implementation of Palantir Foundry applications, including ontology modeling, pipeline development, and operational dashboards.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and Palantir engineers to define MVPs, red-flag logic, and iterative delivery milestones
Build and optimize data pipelines using PySpark, Python, and Foundry Code Workbooks to ingest and transform structured and unstructured data
Integrate Foundry with enterprise systems such as AWS Data Lake, and external APIs (e.g., LexisNexis, TREPP)
Develop and maintain secure data exchange mechanisms (e.g., SFTP PUSH/PULL, SSH endpoints) for high-volume document transfers
Support Foundry GenAI chatbot capabilities and real-time analytics for fraud investigations and compliance workflows

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience in software engineering or data engineering roles, with at least 2 years working directly with Palantir Foundry.
Proficiency in Python, PySpark, SQL, and experience with Foundry Pipelines, Ontology, and Code Workbooks.
Strong understanding of data integration patterns, security protocols (SSO, TLS, Zscaler), and field-level encryption
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) and enterprise data governance practices.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams.
Bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Palantir AIP and Apollo for AI/ML model deployment etc.
Familiarity with fraud detection, risk modeling, or financial services data domains.
Prior experience in Agile environments with tools like Jira, Confluence, and GitLab.
Foundry Certification Exam Guide - Data Engineer, Application Developer

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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