Forward Deployed Engineer (Defense)
Core
Deploy and operationalize weather intelligence SaaS platforms and APIs within U.S. defense mission environments to build resilience against weather events.
Role type
Forward Deployed Engineer (Defense)
Builds
SaaS platform deployments, API integrations with mission platforms (e.g., Palantir Foundry, Gotham), and operational weather solutions
Domain
Defense / Weather Intelligence / Cloud Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
SaaS platform deployment, API integration design, technical troubleshooting, complex technical communication, government/defense program support
Preferred skills
Palantir Foundry/Gotham familiarity, military experience, TS/SCI clearance eligibility
Technologies
Palantir Foundry, Gotham, AIP, SaaS platforms, APIs
Responsibilities
Deploy and operationalize SaaS platforms and APIs in defense mission environments; Travel 50%+ to customer sites and operational units; Design and troubleshoot API integrations with defense systems; Partner with Business Development for technical discovery and pilot programs; Capture field insights to influence product roadmap; Develop repeatable deployment processes and technical documentation
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC