Software Engineer - Sensor Fusion and Tracking

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

Description For Software Engineer - Sensor Fusion and Tracking

Palantir, a global leader in data-driven software solutions, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Sensor Fusion and Tracking. This role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and real-world impact, focusing on critical challenges in airspace defense and target tracking. The position offers an opportunity to work on sophisticated software solutions that combine sensor fusion, multi-target tracking, and distributed consensus technologies.

The ideal candidate will join a team dedicated to building and deploying solutions for some of the world's most important institutions. With a competitive salary range of $135,000 - $200,000 and comprehensive benefits, this role offers both technical challenges and meaningful impact. The position requires 3+ years of experience in a lead or research role, with deep expertise in sensor fusion and tracking systems.

Working in a hybrid setting from Palo Alto, CA, you'll collaborate with top-tier engineers across Palantir, making key decisions about algorithms and architecture while building state-of-the-art solutions. The role combines engineering excellence with academic techniques, requiring strong coding skills in languages like Java, C++, Python, and JavaScript/TypeScript.

Palantir offers an impressive benefits package, including comprehensive health coverage, unlimited PTO, parental leave, and family-building benefits. The company's culture emphasizes personal growth, with a focus on individual strengths rather than traditional career ladders. This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior engineer looking to work on complex technical challenges while contributing to solutions that have real-world impact in defense and security domains.

Last updated 19 days ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineer - Sensor Fusion and Tracking

  • Develop software solutions for multi-target tracking, sensor/data fusion, and distributed consensus
  • Make key decisions about algorithms and architecture
  • Build state-of-the-art solutions combining engineering excellence and academic techniques
  • Rapidly iterate to adapt solutions to new needs and continuous deployment
  • Collaborate with engineers across Palantir to design, build, deploy, and support software

Requirements For Software Engineer - Sensor Fusion and Tracking

Java
Python
JavaScript
TypeScript
  • 3+ years in a lead or research role
  • Expertise in sensor fusion, multi-target tracking or distributed consensus
  • Strong coding skills in Java, C++, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar languages
  • Great problem solving skills with ability to navigate complex systems
  • Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance is a plus

Benefits For Software Engineer - Sensor Fusion and Tracking

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Commuter Benefits
Relocation Benefits
Parental Leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life, AD&D and disability insurance
  • Commuter benefits
  • Relocation assistance
  • Unlimited PTO
  • 2 weeks paid time off at year end
  • 10 paid holidays
  • Parental leave
  • Fertility and family building benefits
  • New child expenses stipend
  • 401k plan
  • Back-up care for parents

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