Information Systems Program Manager

A World-Changing Company

Palantir builds the world’s leading software for data-driven decisions and operations. By bringing the right data to the people who need it, our platforms empower our partners to develop lifesaving drugs, forecast supply chain disruptions, locate missing children, and more.

The Role

Palantir's impact in the US Government space depends on our ability to navigate the world of government and industrial security efficiently and responsibly. We're looking for a Program Manager to be the engine behind our Industrial Security Information Systems team. You will track and stabilize projects, remove roadblocks, and anticipate stakeholder needs so our engineers can focus their time and attention on the technical problems they are best equipped to solve.

This position requires a combination of project management, process optimization, technical proficiency, and execution skills. You are a person who loves fixing problems, scaling technical solutions, and always embraces the best solution, even when it is not your own.

• Synthesize concrete technical goals from end-state vision, mapping engineering strategy to granular team tasks and issues. Triage requests from users and stakeholders to create maximum focus for the team, while actioning items that need immediate attention.
• Keep broad and complete state of everything involving or related to your projects. Pre-empt and resolve issues that may steer projects off-course.
• Enhance cross-team collaboration, improve efficiency, and craft and implement process to enable team members to spend time where they are needed most.
• Work with stakeholder teams on implementation and support of industrial security engineering outcomes.

• Extraordinary judgment and composure in high-pressure situations.
• An ability to engage in technical discussion and invest in learning technical concepts.
• A creative approach to project management centered around lightweight frameworks that enable rapid iteration and low-overhead methods of keeping our team and stakeholders informed.
• Proven track record of developing effective and collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
• Meticulous attention to detail, including maintaining accurate records and diligently tracking key project metrics.

• Active U.S. DoD Top Secret or active Secret clearance, with eligibility and willingness to obtain a TS or TS/SCI.
• 3 years of project/program management experience, preferably in a fast-paced or dynamic environment.
• Relevant technical degree or engineering experience (e.g., Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering).
• Ability to travel 10-25%

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• Paid leave for new parents and emergency back-up care for all parents
• Family planning support, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy assistance
• Stipend to help with expenses that come with a new child
• Commuter benefits
• Relocation assistance
• Unlimited paid time off
• 2 weeks paid time off built into the end of each year

Salary

The estimated salary range for this position is estimated to be $93,000 - $160,000/year. Total compensation for this position may also include Restricted Stock units, sign-on bonus and other potential future incentives. Further note that total compensation for this position will be determined by each individual’s relevant qualifications, work experience, skills, and other factors. This estimate excludes the value of any potential sign-on bonus; the value of any benefits offered; and the potential future value of any long-term incentives.

Life at Palantir

We want every Palantirian to achieve their best outcomes, that’s why we celebrate individuals’ strengths, skills, and interests, from your first interview to your longterm growth, rather than rely on traditional career ladders. Paying attention to the needs of our community enables us to optimize our opportunities to grow and helps ensure many pathways to success at Palantir. Promoting health and well-being across all areas of Palantirians’ lives is just one of the ways we’re investing in our community. Learn more at Life at Palantir and note that our offerings may vary by region.

In keeping consistent with Palantir’s values and culture, we believe employees are “better together” and in-person work affords the opportunity for more creative outcomes. Therefore, we encourage employees to work from our offices to foster connectivity and innovation. Many teams do offer hybrid options (WFH a day or two a week), allowing our employees to strike the right trade-off for their personal productivity. Based on business need, there are a few roles that allow for “Remote” work on an exceptional basis. If you are applying for one of these roles, you must work from the state in which you are employed. If the posting is specified as Onsite, you are required to work from an office.

Palantir is committed to promoting a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We believe that all Palantirians share the responsibility of upholding our commitment to these values and encourage candidates from a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences to join us in solving the world’s hardest problems. Palantir does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Palantir is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Please see the United States Department of Labor’s EEO poster, EEO poster supplement and Pay Transparency Notice for additional information.

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