Backend Software Engineer - Defense

Palantir builds the world's leading software for data-driven decisions and operations, enabling partners to develop lifesaving drugs, forecast supply chain disruptions, and locate missing children.
$135,000 - $200,000
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
3+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Defense

Description For Backend Software Engineer - Defense

Palantir's defense product vertical is seeking a Backend Software Engineer to join their team building mission-critical products for modern military operations. The role involves developing sophisticated systems that enable secure data integration, visualization, and advanced analytics used in command centers worldwide. Engineers work throughout the product lifecycle, from ideation to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex technical challenges. The position offers opportunities to work on high-scale geospatial workflows, real-time collaborative tooling, and data-analysis solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong backend development experience, understanding of distributed systems, and the ability to design scalable solutions. The role combines technical excellence with real-world impact, supporting critical defense operations while working with cutting-edge technologies like Java, Rust, Python, and Go. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, flexible PTO, family support, and competitive compensation including potential equity and bonuses. This is an opportunity to shape the future of defense technology while working with a world-class engineering team.

Last updated 10 days ago

Responsibilities For Backend Software Engineer - Defense

  • Architecting, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable backend services
  • Maintaining high coding standards through guidelines and code reviews
  • Building robust APIs for front-end developers and external systems integration
  • Designing efficient data structures and algorithms for large-scale data management
  • Optimizing applications for speed and scalability
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve user workflows

Requirements For Backend Software Engineer - Defense

Java
Python
Rust
Go
Kafka
Cassandra
  • Experience in designing and developing features and improvements, as well as supporting and maintaining live backend systems
  • In-depth understanding of data structures, system architecture, API development for microservices frameworks, distributed systems
  • Engineering background in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics or similar field
  • Strong coding skills with demonstrated proficiency in programming languages
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Eligibility and willingness to obtain a US Security clearance

Benefits For Backend Software Engineer - Defense

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Relocation Benefits
Parental Leave
401k
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life, AD&D and disability insurance
  • Commuter benefits
  • Relocation assistance
  • Unlimited PTO
  • 10 paid holidays
  • Parental leave and back-up care
  • Fertility and family building benefits
  • New child expenses stipend
  • 401k plan

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