Job Description

Posted on:

October 28, 2024

Clearance Requirement: Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain one. Preference given to candidates who have previously held a clearance and are eligible to reinstate it. Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship (USC) required.

Razor is seeking a highly skilled Palantir Data Engineer to join our team working on advanced data systems. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of front-end and back-end skills, with a strong understanding of building data pipelines, developing infrastructure, and data visualization. You will work within a mature system that requires optimization and maintenance of existing data pipelines, as well as new greenfield projects that involve creating data-driven solutions from scratch. This role offers the unique opportunity to contribute to mission-critical projects using Palantir technologies within a secure environment, requiring a Secret clearance.

As a Palantir Data Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Data Pipeline Development:
    • Design, develop, and optimize scalable data pipelines to process large datasets for enterprise use.
  • Infrastructure Maintenance:
    • Support and enhance existing data infrastructure while ensuring data integrity, reliability, and performance.
  • Greenfield Project Execution:
    • Lead the development of new data systems and solutions from the ground up, leveraging Palantir Foundry to integrate, manage, and analyze data.
  • Front-end Development:
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build user-friendly dashboards and visualizations, enabling end-users to interact with data effectively.
  • Data Integration:
    • Work with large datasets to ensure seamless integration, data quality, and security in alignment with Palantir's capabilities.
  • Collaboration:
    • Work with product teams, analysts, and other engineers to define data requirements and ensure successful delivery of solutions.
  • Security and Compliance:
    • Ensure that all data processes and solutions comply with government security protocols and regulations.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Palantir Foundry/Gotham Expertise:
    • Proven experience with Palantir technologies, particularly in designing and maintaining data systems.
  • Data Engineering:
    • Strong background in building and maintaining data pipelines, ETL processes, and handling large-scale datasets.
  • Front-end Development:
    • Experience with data visualization tools and frameworks (e.g., dashboards, reporting tools) to create intuitive and effective user interfaces.
  • Programming:
    • Proficient in Python, SQL, and other relevant programming languages for data manipulation and analysis.
  • Experience in Mature Systems:
    • Familiarity with working in a well-established data system, optimizing performance, and maintaining data infrastructure.
  • Greenfield Project Experience:
    • Experience in developing data systems and solutions from the ground up.
  • Clearance Eligibility:
    • Active or prior Secret clearance with the ability to obtain one.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working with government agencies or defense-related projects.
  • Knowledge of cloud-based platforms (AWS, Azure) and their integration with Palantir.
  • Experience with data security and compliance in classified environments.

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