Software Engineer, New Grad - Infrastructure

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

  • Build shared infrastructure supporting Palantir Foundry, Gotham, and Apollo platforms.
  • Work within one of four infrastructure categories: Backend Infrastructure, Developer Infrastructure, Frontend Infrastructure, or Storage Infrastructure.
  • Develop features to improve developer experience and enhance scalability and reliability of Palantir’s platforms.
  • Participate throughout the product lifecycle from design to rollout.
  • Collaborate with technical and non-technical teams to address developer and customer challenges.
  • Be paired with a mentor focused on your growth and success.

About You

The company is looking for:

  • Engineering background in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, or Physics.
  • Familiarity with data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, frontend frameworks, and related technical tools.
  • Experience coding in languages such as Java, C++, Python, TypeScript, or JavaScript.
  • Passion for helping developers build better applications.
  • Empathy for the impact of your changes on developer workflows and productivity.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with engineers, users, and non-technical team members.
  • Ability to learn independently and ask effective questions.
  • Eagerness to explore open-source library source code to understand or debug issues.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of industry practices and open-source technology advancements.
  • Active US Security clearance or eligibility and willingness to obtain one.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Estimated salary range: $145,000 - $155,000 per year.
  • Potential additional compensation including Restricted Stock Units, sign-on bonus, and other incentives.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
  • Voluntary life insurance and automatic coverage for basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
  • Commuter benefits and relocation assistance.
  • Flexible paid time off with "take what you need" policy and 2 weeks paid time off at year-end.
  • Ten paid holidays annually.
  • Supportive leave programs including military service, medical events, and paid parental leave.
  • Fertility and family building benefits including adoption, surrogacy, and preservation support.
  • Stipend for new child-related expenses.
  • 401(k) plan enrollment available.

How to Apply

  • Submit an updated resume or CV in PDF format.
  • Provide thoughtful responses to application questions.
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