Palantir Data Engineer

Job#: 3020970

Job Description:

Palantir Data Engineer

Type: 12-month contract

Location: Houston, Texas

Schedule: 5 days a week onsite

You will help build tools that optimize investment and operational decisions in the world-class, scalable carbon capture system that our client is building

Implement the data layer of the application using the Palantir Foundry platform, revising the current design implemented in other technologies

Serve as a knowledge resource regarding Palantir tools for the rest of the team

Responsibilities

Quickly come up to speed on the current data organization of the product, converting that data model into a Palantir Ontology representation

Give suggestions and recommendations on changes to the data model that would improve performance, extensibility, or flexibility of the Palantir solution

Set up ingestion and export relationships from the Ontology into other data sources or data stores, ensuring reliability and performance of the connection

Implement validations and transforms of the Ontology data as required, taking full advantage of Foundry platform capabilities

Create examples or write interface code that will ease connection to Ontology data from other parts of our system

Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, quantitative sciences, or mathematics; alternatively significant practical software project experience

Multiple years of experience in building data-heavy applications and/or working as a data engineer

Demonstrated proficiency and experience with building applications in Palantir Foundry with focus on data modeling and utilization of Ontology Manager tool

Experienced with using Python to process or transform data

Strong analytical thinking skills with ability to assimilate software architectures and data designs quickly

Adaptability to rapidly changing priorities and an ability to deliver work on time

Good technical communication and collaboration skills; experience working in Agile teams

Preferred Qualifications/ Experience

Broad experience in other Palantir Foundry tools (e.g. Workshop, Quiver, etc.)

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.