Forward Deployed Engineer (Secret cleared)

The work

We are seeking a Senior Data Engineer to design, build, and deploy scalable data solutions that drive meaningful business outcomes. In this role, you will work closely with engineers, program managers, and client stakeholders to transform complex data into actionable insights, production-grade applications, and mission-critical workflows.This position requires strong expertise in Palantir Foundry, modern data engineering practices, and software development, along with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, client-focused environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Build modern, component-driven applications in React and TypeScript within Foundry using the OSDK and custom widgets alongside Workshop
• Develop robust data transformations using PySpark, Polars, or similar distributed/columnar frameworks
• Develop and maintain server-side interfaces and APIs using Node.js, Flask, or equivalent technologies
• Implement engineering best practices across Git workflows, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and development tooling
• Apply strong object modeling and TypeScript abstraction patterns-interfaces, type hierarchies, reusable schemas-to ensure maintainable and scalable application design
• Partner with analytics and application teams to integrate pipelines, ontologies, and backend logic into unified enterprise workflows
• Contribute to software design, prototyping, and rapid iteration of application features and enhancements
• Communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences to ensure alignment and transparency

Here is what you need

• US Citizen
• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. Hands-on experience with Palantir Foundry, including:
• Data pipeline development and maintenance
• Data integration and ingestion
• Dataset management
• Ontology design and implementation
• Application deployment
• Strong background in React and TypeScript within Foundry using the OSDK and custom widgets alongside Workshop
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, C++, TypeScript/JavaScript, or similar languages.
• Experience building and supporting production-grade software and data solutions.
• Experience working with both structured and unstructured data at scale.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Foundation in machine learning concepts and technologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables.

Preferred experience

• Experience building solutions utilizing Large Language Models (LLMs)
• Experience delivering software and analytical products that drive measurable business outcomes.
• Experience working directly with clients in embedded or consulting-style environments.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer success and solving complex business challenges.

Pay and benefits

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below.

Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:

$120,400—$234,700 USD

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included.

This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.