About the role#
Forward Deployed Engineers work directly with customers to solve high-stakes problems. You will embed with teams to understand their reality and build software that addresses their specific needs. This role requires autonomy and a commitment to achieving real-world outcomes. You will work in small teams and own projects from the initial conversation through to the final delivery.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with engineers to make architecture and design decisions.
- Build custom applications, LLM workflows, and production solutions engineered for a specific customer's reality.
- Own relationships with stakeholders ranging from daily users to executives.
- Wrestle with data at a scale that demands new approaches and invention.
- Work in small, high-trust teams and own projects end-to-end.
What you'll need#
- An engineering degree, preferably in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or Data Science.
- Proficiency with one or more programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, or TypeScript/JavaScript.
- You must be graduating in December 2027 or Spring 2028.
Location & details#
- This internship is located on-site in Chicago, Illinois.
- The position is full-time and paid.
- This role involves a rolling term.
About Palantir Technologies
Palantir Technologies develops software for data integration and analytics. The company provides platforms for government and commercial enterprises to manage complex data sets. Its tools focus on data protection, governance, and artificial intelligence. Headquartered in Miami, the company employs nearly 6,000 people.
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