Process
I applied online and received a link to complete the coding challenge "Catching an Insider Trader," which was relatively easy.
After completing this challenge, I received an email to schedule a phone interview with an HR representative. During the interview, she asked me about my previous experiences and why I wanted to join Palantir.
The HR representative seemed uninterested during the interview. She called me 14 minutes after the scheduled time and yawned throughout the entire conversation.
Questions
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What do you know about Palantir?
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Previous experience?
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Why did you choose Computer Science?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 304 interview experiences for the Palantir Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
Palantir's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having good feelings for Palantir's Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Palantir Work Experiences
- 2.0Chaotic, opaque compensationSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeLondon, England, United KingdomOctober 13, 2025Pros: A lot of responsibility and autonomy. Genuinely good product. Lots of smart and talented people who care.Cons: Opaque compensation progression, poor recognition for achievement. Lots of talent leaving because of compensation to competitors. Long hours.
- 4.0Teams of passionate, hard-working, and smart peopleSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesNovember 5, 2021Pros: Very smart coworkers Mission-oriented people who care Great products and tech stack Lots of responsibility and autonomy on each teamCons: The autonomy of each team can make some teams stronger or better run than others.
- 5.0Great Experience, Intense HoursSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesMay 6, 2021Pros: Great work experience and such.Cons: Stressful, long hours, and late nights.
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