Senior Developer / Solution Architect (AI/ML & Data Platforms)

Kearney & Company • Alexandria, VA

22d • Hybrid

About The Position

Kearney & Company is seeking a Senior Application Developer with experience in software and data engineering to lead advanced, end‑to‑end application development for the U.S. Navy’s War Data Platform. This role requires deep technical ownership, autonomy, and the ability to independently deliver complex solutions within Palantir Foundry, including ontology modeling, pipelines, transformations, and operational applications. The developer will work directly with Navy stakeholders and mission users, shaping core data capabilities that enable readiness, analysis, and operational decision‑making.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience developing complex applications or data solutions on enterprise platforms.
• Proven ability to operate independently and deliver end‑to‑end technical solutions with minimal oversight.
• Proficiency with Python and associated Foundry development patterns (PySpark, data transformations, automation).
• Strong understanding of application lifecycle management, platform governance, access control models, and integration patterns, preferably with experience in DoW environments.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, DevSecOps practices, and version control tools (Git‑based workflows).
• Ability to work onsite 2–3 days per week in the Washington DC / Alexandria, VA area.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Security Clearance (requires U.S. citizenship).

Nice To Haves

• Active Secret or higher security clearance.
• Prior experience supporting the Department of the Navy or other DoW organizations.
• 2+ years’ experience in Palantir Foundry, developing applications or data products for Navy, USMC, or other defense analytics environments.
• Knowledge of DoW cybersecurity standards (RMF, STIGs) and secure development practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), DevSecOps pipelines, or hybrid classified/unclassified environments.
• Multiple platform certifications (Palantir Foundry, Microsoft Power Platform, ServiceNow, Salesforce).
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or similar tools used in federal program environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy secure, scalable, mission‑critical applications within Palantir Foundry, owning the full lifecycle from concept through production.
• Build complex data pipelines, transformations, and ontology structures to support Navy analytics, interoperability, and operational workflows.
• Lead integrations with Navy systems, cloud services, and external data sources using APIs, connectors, or Foundry-native integration tools.
• Conduct hands‑on testing, debugging, performance optimization, and sustainment to ensure application reliability in secure DoD environments.
• Implement configuration management, access controls, DevSecOps best practices, and documentation processes suitable for regulated federal ecosystems.
• Provide technical mentorship, platform expertise, and Foundry best‑practice guidance to project teams and Navy stakeholders.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and 529 Education Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Insurances
• Legal Insurance and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program, fitness and wellness benefits, and other firm benefits.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior