# Forward Deployed Software Engineer - NATO

**Company:** [Palantir](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/palantir)
**Location:** London, United Kingdom
**Role:** Solutions Architecture
**Skills:** Python, Java, C++, TypeScript, JavaScript, Data Structures, Storage Systems, Cloud Infrastructure, On-Premises Infrastructure, Front-End Frameworks
**Posted:** 2026-07-23

> The Forward Deployed Software Engineer works directly with customers to understand complex operational problems and deliver end-to-end, data-driven software solutions. The role requires strong coding skills, analytical problem-solving, collaboration, autonomy, and extensive travel throughout Europe.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Work directly with customers to understand complex problems and design and implement data-driven solutions.
- Own end-to-end execution of high-stakes projects with minimal supervision.
- Discuss architecture with engineers and stakeholders.
- Work with massive-scale data and develop custom web applications.
- Engage with customer executives and establish strategy for project teams.
- Collaborate with fellow Forward Deployed Engineers, product teams, Deployment Strategists, and customers.
- Work autonomously, manage priorities, and make independent decisions.
- Learn new technologies and languages and share knowledge with peers.

## Requirements
- Strong engineering background, preferably in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or Data Science.
- Analytical approach to solving technical problems involving data structures, storage systems, on-premises and cloud infrastructure, and front-end frameworks.
- Experience or interest in using large-scale data to solve business problems.
- Strong coding ability with proficiency in Python, Java, C++, TypeScript, JavaScript, or similar languages.
- Ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical teams in a rapidly changing environment.
- Ability to continuously learn, work independently, and make decisions with minimal supervision.
- Ability to travel throughout Europe 70–90% of the time.
- NATO security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
- Fluency in English.

## Benefits
- Meaningful, challenging projects with opportunities to create real-world impact.
- Significant ownership and autonomy.
- Opportunities for learning, growth, and innovation.

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