Palantir Foundry Architect

Guidehouse • Mclean, VA

261d • $130,000 - $216,000

About The Position

Guidehouse is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Palantir Foundry Architect to join our growing team. As an Architect, you will be responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of Palantir Foundry solutions for our clients across various industries. You will work closely with client stakeholders, project managers, and other technical team members to understand business requirements and translate them into robust and scalable Foundry architectures. You will provide technical leadership and guidance to junior developers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions that meet client expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Minimum EIGHT (8) years of professional experience in software development, data engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum FIVE (5) years of hands-on experience with Palantir Foundry development and architecture.
• Deep understanding of Palantir Foundry concepts, including Ontology Management, Data Connection, Data Transformation, and Application Building.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala.
• Experience with data modeling, data warehousing, and ETL processes.
• Strong understanding of database concepts and SQL.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.

Nice To Haves

• Palantir Foundry certifications (e.g., Foundry Certified Developer, Foundry Certified Architect).
• Experience with specific Foundry applications or modules (e.g., Gotham, Nexus Peering).
• Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or Kafka.
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience working in a consulting environment.
• Experience with data security and compliance regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Experience with specific industry domains (e.g., healthcare, financial services, energy).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Security Clearance (or ability to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of Palantir Foundry solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Develop and maintain data models, data pipelines, and data transformations within the Foundry environment.
• Configure and customize Foundry applications to meet specific client needs.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior developers, mentoring them on best practices and Foundry development techniques.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues within the Foundry environment.
• Contribute to the development of best practices and standards for Foundry development.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Palantir Foundry features and capabilities.
• Present technical solutions to clients and stakeholders.
• Assist with pre-sales activities, including developing proposals and presenting technical demonstrations.
• Travel to client sites as needed (up to 25% travel).
• Work in an agile/scrum team environment.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees