About the role#
Forward Deployed Software Engineers (FDSEs) work directly with customers to understand complex problems and design solutions that use data to drive real-world impact. As an intern, you will work in small teams with significant ownership over your projects, similar to a startup environment. You will contribute to critical operations and gain insight into important industries and institutions.
What you'll do#
- Own the end-to-end execution of high-stakes projects with minimal supervision.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including fellow engineers, product teams, and Deployment Strategists.
- Engage directly with customers, often on-site, to understand their requirements and tackle technical challenges.
- Perform a variety of tasks including architectural discussions, large-scale data wrangling, custom web application development, and team strategy planning.
What you'll need#
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, or TypeScript/JavaScript.
- An engineering background in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Data Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- Ability to work independently, make decisions with minimal direction, and continuously learn.
- Eagerness to solve technical problems involving data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, and front-end frameworks.
- Ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical individuals in an evolving environment.
- Willingness to undergo a US government background investigation as required by specific projects.
- Interest in traveling to client sites, with a preference for 25-50% travel availability.
- Must be planning to graduate in 2027 and this should be your final internship before graduation.
Location & details#
- Location: Honolulu, HI.
- Modality: On-site and hybrid options available.
- Commitment: Full-time internship with a rolling term.
- Compensation: Paid position at approximately $10,000 per month.
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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