Forward Deployed Engineer

About this role

Forward Deployed Software Engineer On-Site: Grafenwohr, Germany – ACTIVE TS/SCI Clearance required Reports to: Echo Direct reports: None. Delta’s provide performance feedback on other engineers and participate in company peer mentorship program. Travel: 0-10% At PVM, we serve those who serve, as a Palantir ally for mission impact. We are a veteran-founded, Palantir Vanguard partner — and the only small business providing services in that tier.

We help our government partners tackle real problems in National Security, Readiness, and Space — not building shelfware. Why Join PVM This role is an opportunity to take a front seat in PVM’s growing presence internationally – you’ll have front-row proximity to mission, direct mentorship from Palantir experts, and a clear growth path as you get in early while we are building the hub from the ground up. You’ll be working in small, senior teams with real autonomy and be able to truly own your work—without the bureaucracy you may find at large companies.

About the Role You are the technical leader for your hub’s implementations. You own architecture, secure code delivery, team mentorship, and forward-looking research to ensure every solution is innovative, scalable, and mission-ready. At PVM, a Delta doesn’t just oversee code. You architect solutions, lead delivery on projects, mentor builders, and stay ahead of trends, combining deep technical expertise with leadership, to multiply mission impact.

Other Cool Names You Might Wear Implementation Lead Technical Lead Solution Architect Principle Engineer What “Own It” Looks Like Here Embed with the customer , participate in user research and quickly prototype solutions . Architect and execute innovative software solutions tailored to customer missions . Build & lead delivery of secure, scalable code from concept to production. Provide leadership and mentorship to grow team capabilities.

Conduct technical solution research and track product trends. Collaborate closely with your Echo to translate product vision into technical reality . Ensure code quality, security, and maintainability through reviews and best practices. Surge on the toughest technical challenges to keep momentum high focused on outcomes, not just features . Demonstrate progress and lead customer facing desk side feedback sessions. You’ll Thrive Here If