Senior Software Engineer - Observability

Palantir, a leading software company specializing in data-driven solutions, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Observability team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on critical infrastructure that powers Palantir's ability to scale engineering efforts across the organization. The position involves building and maintaining the company's observability platform, including log/metric/trace ingestion, processing, monitoring, and alerting solutions.

The ideal candidate will bring deep systems expertise and a commitment to technical excellence, working directly on systems that impact Palantir's global operations. You'll be responsible for balancing user value with building robust, maintainable systems that can scale effectively. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both strategic thinking and practical implementation skills.

Working in a hybrid environment from New York, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and operational excellence. The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $135,000 to $200,000 annually, plus additional benefits including equity, comprehensive healthcare, and various family-friendly policies.

This position offers unique exposure to high-scale systems while working for a company that powers critical decision-making across various sectors, from healthcare to public safety. You'll have the opportunity to mentor other engineers, shape technical strategy, and contribute to systems that have real-world impact. The role requires a security clearance, highlighting the significance of the work and its importance to Palantir's mission of building technology that makes the world safer.