Solutions Engineer, Software Development - Palantir Foundry

Role Overview

Solutions Engineer (Software Development) – Palantir Foundry (W2 contract, Remote) for the IT Central Foundry COE team. You will design, build, and deploy data-driven solutions using Palantir Foundry to support digital transformation for a Tier 1 automotive supplier.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Palantir Foundry pipelines, code repos, ontology objects, and operational components such as dashboards, AI Agents, and AIP workflows
• Build custom Foundry workflows to aggregate and analyze data from diverse sources (e.g., ERP, MES/shop-floor, financial, program management, engineering systems)
• Translate complex business problems into scalable Foundry-based solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Deliver solutions through agile development cycles (rapid prototyping, MVP creation to production systems)
• Support rollout of new Foundry features and upgrades across global operations
• Provide technical expertise and training to end-users to enable effective analytics, reporting, and AI/ML

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, Economics, or related
• 2+ years experience working with Palantir Foundry
• 5+ years experience in Big Data / Data Engineering / Data Analytics and ETL (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, Power BI)
• Strong proficiency with Python, R, Spark SQL, and data modeling
• Strong problem-solving and ability to work independently and with teams
• Excellent communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and tools such as Git, Docker, or Kubernetes

Nice-to-Haves

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
• Experience with ERP/PLM/engineering or corporate systems in large-scale manufacturing
• Prior experience as a Forward Deployed Engineer or similar client-facing technical role
• Ability to speak multiple languages