Forward Deployed Software Engineer, Internship - Commercial (Multiple Locations)
Job Description
A World-Changing Company  Palantir builds the world’s leading software for data-driven decisions and operations. By bringing the right data to the people who need it, our platforms empower our partners to develop lifesaving drugs, forecast supply chain disruptions, locate missing children, and more.
The Forward Deployed Engineer, Internship Forward Deployed Engineering is a radical commitment to the outcome. This is Palantir’s operating ethos. We pioneered this unique position, embedding engineers directly with our customers to tackle their most pressing challenges head-on. As an FDE, you’ll be at the intersection of world-changing problems and impactful technology, shaping solutions where they matter most.
From hospital beds to factory floors, Forward Deployed Engineers (FDEs) embed themselves in the customer’s reality until the problem is theirs. This requires walking many miles in a customer’s shoes, building past the perimeter of what the product currently offers, and deviating from every pre-existing formula to solve the problem. Whether that problem is “How do we predict and mitigate wildfire risks across a power grid?” or “How can we analyze and adapt a global supply chain to deliver critical parts on time?” You’ll use your technical expertise, creativity, and problem-solving skills to drive real-world impact.  Core Responsibilities  To solve mission-critical problems by deploying software and AI into the high stakes operations of the world’s leading institutions. This requires a ruthless commitment to truth-seeking and prioritizing real outcomes.
The work is difficult. The stakes are real. You will work in small, high-trust teams and own projects end-to-end, from the first conversation with a customer, to shipping the product that changes how they operate. You will embed with the customer, the chaos, and the consequences, and will be entrusted with real ownership to: Collaborate with engineers to make architecture and design decisions Wrestle with data at a scale that breaks assumptions and demands invention Build custom applications, LLM workflows, and production solutions engineered for a specific customer's reality Own relationships with stakeholders from the users in the weeds to the executives making the calls As an Intern, you will be entrusted with responsibility on day 1. You will not be handed a ticket queue. You will not be shielded from the customer, the chaos, or the consequences. FDEs are entrusted with real ownership, operating with real autonomy, and held to a real standard, no matter their tenure.
Explore multiple opportunities for the 'Forward Deployed Software Engineer, Internship - Commercial' role at Palantir. These positions share similar responsibilities and are available across various locations. Review the direct application links below for specific details and to apply.
How to Apply
Select the direct application link below for each position.
[COMBINED_JOBS_LIST]Free Career Tools
Boost your chances of getting hired with our free resources.
CV Builder
Create a professional, ATS-friendly CV in minutes.
Z83 Form Filler
Easily complete the official government Z83 form online.
AI Interview Prep
Practice interview questions and get instant AI feedback.
Salary Calculator
Calculate exactly what your take-home pay will be.
Z83 Guide & Downloads
Step-by-step guide with free editable and non-editable PDF downloads.
Career Advice
Read tips on interviews, CV writing, and getting hired.
Similar Jobs
Explore other opportunities matching this role
Not specified
Not specified
R7 000 - R14 000