Software Engineer, New Grad

Position Overview

Palantir builds the world’s leading software for data-driven decisions – empowering organizations across the public and private sectors. As a Software Engineer, you will contribute high-quality code to products like Palantir Gotham, Apollo, or Foundry, working alongside experts in research, aerospace, intelligence, and economics. You’ll be involved in the full product lifecycle, collaborating closely with technical and non-technical teams to solve real-world problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the complete product lifecycle from idea generation, design, prototyping to execution and shipping.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical counterparts to understand customer challenges and deliver effective solutions.
• Engage directly with end users to gain insights that inform product development.
• Embrace core Software Engineering principles, including Ownership (seeing projects through despite challenges), Collaboration (working with a diverse team), and Trust (managing priorities autonomously).

Required Qualifications

• Strong academic background in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics or related fields.
• Solid understanding of data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, and front-end frameworks.
• Proven experience coding in programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, or JavaScript.
• Excellent communication skills, willingness to learn independently, and ability to work closely with diverse teams.
• Active US Security clearance or eligibility and willingness to obtain one.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Automatic basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance coverage.
• Commuter benefits and relocation assistance.
• Generous paid time off with a take-what-you-need policy, plus 10 paid holidays yearly.
• Supportive leave programs including parental leave, military service, and medical event leave.
• Enrollment in Palantir’s 401(k) plan.
• Compensation: Estimated salary range of $145,000 - $155,000/year with potential Restricted Stock Units, sign-on bonus, and additional incentives based on qualifications and experience.