AI Engineer - Palantir Foundry - Senior Engineer

Silverthorne Advisory Group•Crystal City, VA

14d•$90,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Silverthorne Advisory Group is seeking a skilled and highly motivated Senior Engineer to join an exciting and growing opportunity within the Defense sector. As a Senior Engineer, you’ll apply your problem solving ability and technical skills to help organizations use their data to drive a real impact. Our customers rely on Palantir’s platforms for some of their most critical operations and analytics. Your day might span discussing architecture with fellow engineers, wrangling massive-scale data, coding a custom web app, speaking with customer executives, or establishing strategy for your team.

Requirements

Overall 4+ years of experience building data-driven products.
Must have 2+ years hands-on in Palantir Foundry, AIP or Ontology.
Proficient with Transform API within Foundry.
Proficient with batch, real time use case realization in foundry using Pipeline builder.
Must have implementation experience with objects, links, actions, and functions in the Ontology with the ability to structure and relate data using the Object Data Layer.
Ability to design dynamic and interactive workflows, leveraging Workshop’s events system and layouts.
Implementing complex logic using custom Functions (e.g., Python, TypeScript) within Workshop widgets.
Strong coding experience in Python, PySpark, TypeScript, and SQL proficiency.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field
DoD Secret clearance or higher required (can be sponsored).

Nice To Haves

Palantir Foundry Data Engineer Certification preferred.
Foundry Solution Architect certification preferred.
Foundry Application Developer certification preferred.
Familiarity with Spark, Databricks, or similar distributed processing frameworks.
Advanced degree or certifications in cloud computing, AI/ML, data engineering, or solution architecture.
Experience with event-driven architectures, API integrations, CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code in cloud environments.
Effective communicator with a systems-thinking mindset and ability to translate business workflows into scalable solutions
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to solve complex data-related issues.
Demonstrated experience working with large datasets and leveraging big data technologies to process and analyze data efficiently.
Understanding of data modeling/visualization, database design principles, and data governance practices.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

Responsibilities

Translate complex workflows into scalable solutions on Palantir Foundry, AIP, and the Ontology.
Design and implement data pipelines using Pipeline Builder and Code Repositories to build a robust, governed data foundation.
Model in Ontology using objects, links, Action Types, and Functions.
Build decision-centric operational applications using Workshop, OSDK, and Quiver, focused on business value and KPIs.
Develop and deploy safe and effective AI agents using AIP Agent Studio, Logic, Evals, and Observability tools.
Collaborate with Palantir’s FDSEs and internal domain teams to ensure scalability, reuse, and measurable ROI.

Benefits

Retirement Plan
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Company parties
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Healthcare - We offer Health, Vision, and Dental Plans for our employees and their families.
Retirement Plan – We invest in your future with a competitive 401(k) plan, where we match 100% of your contributions up to your first 6% and give you access to Vanguard Admiral funds.
Paid Time Off - Based on length of service, we offer a generous amount of paid leave.
Bonus System – As you invest in us, we invest in you. We offer bonuses to all employees who meet and exceed goals throughout the year.
Professional Development – Support for career growth through training programs and certifications.
Company Retreats & Team Events – Sponsored trips, team-building activities, and annual conferences related to your skillset.
Flexible work from home options available.