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Information Technology - IT VMO - Data Engineer III

Apex Systems, Spring, TX, United States


Senior Data Engineer - Palantir Foundry (Ontology & Data Modeling)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced

Senior Data Engineer

to join a crossfunctional team building advanced optimization software for a large-scale carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) system currently under development along the U.S. Gulf Coast. This role focuses heavily on

data modeling, ontology design, and platform implementation

using

Palantir Foundry

to support investment and operational decision-making.

What You Will Do
Contribute to the development of optimization tools supporting a scalable, worldclass carbon capture system
Design and implement the

data layer

of a complex application on the

Palantir Foundry platform , including rearchitecting existing solutions built in other technologies
Convert existing data models into a

Palantir Ontology

representation
Provide expert guidance on Foundry capabilities and best practices to other team members
Recommend improvements to data models to enhance

performance, scalability, extensibility, and flexibility
Configure reliable, highperformance

data ingestion and export pipelines

between the Ontology and external data sources
Implement data validations, transformations, and business logic using Foundry platform tools
Develop interface code and examples to enable other applications and teams to easily consume Ontology data
Collaborate with engineers, product owners, and stakeholders in an

Agile environment
Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a quantitative discipline,

or equivalent handson software engineering experience
Multiple years of experience building

dataintensive applications

and/or working as a

data engineer
Strong, demonstrated experience building applications in

Palantir Foundry , with an emphasis on:

Data modeling
Ontology design
Ontology Manager

Proficiency in

Python

for data processing and transformation
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with the ability to quickly understand complex systems and data architectures
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deliver highquality work on schedule
Strong communication and collaboration skills; experience working in

Agile or Scrum teams
Preferred Qualifications

Experience with additional Palantir Foundry tools such as

Workshop, Quiver , or similar modules
Background in optimization, analytics, or decisionsupport systems
Experience supporting largescale industrial, infrastructure, or energyrelated data platforms (not required)
Top Skills / Technologies
Data Engineering

- building complex, datadriven applications using data science concepts
Palantir Foundry

- deep expertise in data modeling and Ontology Manager
Python Programming

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview:

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.