Process
Initial screens consisting of mostly algorithms and data structure questions.
Then an onsite with a mix of algorithms, data structures, and system design in real-world scenarios.
Then an HM round with behavioral and a technical portion.
Questions
Standard, open-ended system design question:
Scheduling classes at a University.
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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
6%
Pass 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
Positive44%
Neutral36%
Negative20%
Candidates reported having good feelings for Palantir's Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Palantir Work Experiences
5.0
Smart People, Cool Problems
Software Engineer • Current Employee
New York, New York, United States
January 26, 2021
Pros: Extremely smart coworkers, difficult engineering challenges, and cool real-world applications.
Cons: Sometimes long hours and complicated software can take a lot of planning.
5.0
Software engineer at Palantir
Software Engineer • Current Employee
January 16, 2021
Pros: Flexibility, open culture, you are your own manager, and very smart and passionate people.
Cons: Lack of strong hierarchy; some internal company decisions are questionable.
5.0
Really good growth
Software Engineer • Current Employee
London, England, United Kingdom
October 16, 2025
Pros: Great growth potential.
Trusted as an adult, can WFH whenever you like.
Salaries are some of the highest in London for tech.
Cons: Can be very disorganized.
WLB balance is really team dependent.
Definitely not a “rest and vest” place.
- 5.0Smart People, Cool ProblemsSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesJanuary 26, 2021Pros: Extremely smart coworkers, difficult engineering challenges, and cool real-world applications.Cons: Sometimes long hours and complicated software can take a lot of planning.
- 5.0Software engineer at PalantirSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeJanuary 16, 2021Pros: Flexibility, open culture, you are your own manager, and very smart and passionate people.Cons: Lack of strong hierarchy; some internal company decisions are questionable.
- 5.0Really good growthSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeLondon, England, United KingdomOctober 16, 2025Pros: Great growth potential. Trusted as an adult, can WFH whenever you like. Salaries are some of the highest in London for tech.Cons: Can be very disorganized. WLB balance is really team dependent. Definitely not a “rest and vest” place.
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