Senior Software Engineer - Cloud Computing

About The Company Palantir is a renowned leader in data integration and analytics software, dedicated to transforming the way organizations utilize data to make informed decisions. The company’s innovative platforms empower clients across various sectors—including government, healthcare, finance, and manufacturing—to solve complex problems, improve operational efficiency, and drive impactful outcomes. Palantir’s commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and ethical data use positions it at the forefront of the technology industry, continuously pushing boundaries to develop solutions that have a meaningful societal impact. About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join Palantir’s Substrate team, which is responsible for maintaining and scaling the company’s core production infrastructure. This critical team manages hundreds of Kubernetes clusters across diverse environments—from on-premises data centers to major cloud hyperscalers, including internet-connected and air-gapped systems. As a key member of this team, you will design, develop, and enhance Palantir’s managed Kubernetes offerings, ensuring they meet the rigorous demands of scale, security, and compliance. Your role will involve building industry-leading tooling to automate cluster deployment and management, reducing manual intervention, and enabling rapid, reliable scaling. You will contribute to open-source CNCF projects, participate in upstream development, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design infrastructure solutions that are resilient, secure, and adaptable to future needs. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of infrastructure engineering, cloud technology, and large-scale systems management, making a tangible impact on Palantir’s global operations. In this role, you will focus on automating deployment processes, establishing standards for secure operations at scale, and driving innovation through the adoption of new Kubernetes features and CNCF tools. Your expertise will help shape the next generation of Palantir’s infrastructure, ensuring it remains robust and flexible to support evolving business requirements. Qualifications Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in core infrastructure software development, with a focus on operational excellence and reliability.At least 2 years of experience in system design or architecture, including scalability, reliability, and performance optimization.Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.Strong proficiency in systems programming languages such as Go, C, or C++, with a proven track record of developing and maintaining complex systems.Hands-on experience with infrastructure automation tools like Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, or Kubernetes operators, along with scripting skills in Go, Java, or similar languages.Deep understanding of hardware configurations, operating system internals, networking fundamentals, and diagnostic tooling.Extensive experience working with containers (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes) at scale.Experience with cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, or with data center operations as a sysadmin or SRE.Demonstrated ability to design, build, and operate high-scale observability and infrastructure systems.Knowledge of networking concepts, including container network interfaces (CNIs) and cloud networking infrastructure, is preferred. Responsibilities Design and deliver a container runtime environment suitable for diverse and challenging new deployment scenarios, including new cloud environments, on-premises data centers, and edge devices.Develop automation frameworks and establish operational standards to ensure secure, scalable Kubernetes deployment with minimal manual intervention.Drive innovation by adopting and integrating new Kubernetes features and CNCF tools, contributing to upstream projects as necessary.Architect the next generation of Palantir’s infrastructure by leveraging deep knowledge of internal systems, industry standards, and best practices in cloud-native technologies.Implement and maintain robust monitoring, logging, and alerting systems to ensure high availability and reliability of infrastructure services.Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to troubleshoot complex issues, optimize performance, and enhance security posture.Contribute to open-source projects and participate in community initiatives to influence the evolution of Kubernetes and related technologies.Ensure compliance with various regulatory and security standards across different hosting environments. Benefits Palantir offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of its employees. This includes competitive compensation, health insurance plans, and wellness programs. Employees have access to continuous learning opportunities, professional development resources, and a collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and creativity. Palantir also promotes work-life balance through flexible working arrangements and generous paid time off policies. Additionally, employees are part of a mission-driven organization committed to making a positive societal impact through technology. Equal Opportunity Palantir is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to providing a work environment where all employees are treated with respect and dignity, regardless of race, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that a diverse team fosters innovation and drives better solutions for our clients and communities. Palantir encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission to solve complex problems through data-driven technology.