Title: Palantir Foundry Data Engineer
Location: San Jose, CA (Remote)
6 Months Contract
Job Description:
Summary:
We are seeking a Palantir Foundry Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain data pipelines and workflows that power advanced analytics and operational insights for the utility industry. This role focuses on leveraging Palantir Foundry to integrate diverse data sources, ensure data quality, and enable near real-time decision-making for grid reliability, asset management, and regulatory compliance.
Technical Expertise
Hands-on experience with Palantir Foundry platform development and data integration.
Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and Foundry-specific frameworks.
Knowledge of utility data systems (SCADA, AMI, GIS, OMS).
Experience
3+ years in data engineering or related roles, preferably in utilities or energy sector.
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
Soft Skills
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work in cross-functional teams and communicate effectively.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with real-time data streaming technologies (Kafka, Spark).
Knowledge of grid modernization, DER integration, and renewable forecasting.
Certifications in Palantir Foundry or data engineering.
Roles & Responsibilities
Data Pipeline Development
Build and optimize ETL/ELT workflows in Palantir Foundry for ingesting data from SCADA, AMI, GIS, OMS, and ERP systems.
Maintain scalable pipelines for near real-time processing and analytics.
Integration & Data Transformation
Implement data transformations and enrichment to support analytics and reporting.
Integrate data from multiple sources to create unified asset and grid datasets.
Data Quality & Governance
Monitor data pipelines to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
Implement data validation rules and governance standards.
Ensure regulatory compliance with NERC CIP, FERC, and state utility requirements.
Collaboration & Support
Collaborate with analysts and business teams to deliver data-driven insights.
Provide technical support for Foundry applications and tools.
Document workflows, data models, and best practices.
Key Skills
Foundry, geffoz, Palantir, SQL, AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, GCP