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Palantir Data Engineer - Senior Consultant

Capgemini

Capgemini

Software Engineering, Data Science
Italy
Posted on Feb 10, 2026

At Capgemini Invent, we believe difference drives change. As inventive transformation consultants, we blend our strategic, creative and scientific capabilities, collaborating closely with clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Join us to drive transformation tailored to our client's challenges of today and tomorrow. Informed and validated by science and data. Superpowered by creativity and design. All underpinned by technology created with purpose.

YOUR ROLE

As a Palantir Senior Data Engineer, your will be responsible for translating client business needs into scalable, high‑quality data solutions on the Palantir platform by designing and managing data pipelines, ontologies, and data models. It supports users in effectively adopting Palantir tools while ensuring data accuracy, reliability, and analytical value. The position also involves leading project activities, advising clients strategically, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver end‑to‑end, data‑driven solutions.

Your typical activities with clients and our Capgemini community will extend to:

  • User Needs & Requirements: Engage with end users to understand data needs and translate complex business problems into technical Palantir specifications.
  • Data Pipeline Engineering: Design, build, and maintain scalable ETL pipelines on Palantir (e.g. Foundry), leveraging Spark‑based transforms and Pipeline Builder.
  • Data Quality & Governance: Ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of data through robust validation and quality controls.
  • Data Modeling & Ontologies: Design and implement data models and ontologies to enable efficient analysis and insight generation.
  • Platform Enablement & Adoption: Support and train users on Palantir tools, promoting best practices in analysis and visualization.
  • Project, Client & Team Leadership: Lead project deliverables, advise clients strategically, manage stakeholder relationships, mentor junior consultants, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

YOUR PROFILE

  • Proven experience in designing, building, and maintaining complex ETL pipelines, specifically integrating data into the Palantir platform.
  • Strong understanding of data modelling, data governance, and data quality best practices.
  • Experience with various data sources (databases, APIs, streaming data) and data integration techniques.
  • Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in data engineering (e.g., Python, SQL, Spark).
  • Experience with other platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks) and big data technologies (Spark) is a plus.
  • You speak Italian and English fluently; another language would be a plus.
  • You like to be one step ahead.
  • You want to join a dynamic and close-knit team that will make you grow on a daily basis.

Notes: Minimum 6+ years of professional experience in data engineering, data consulting, or software development, with at least 6-month experience on Palantir Foundry or Palantir Gotham. Master's degree in a STEM area (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), engineering, or computer science preferred. Relevant certifications (e.g., Palantir certifications, PMP, Agile/Scrum) are advantageous.

Location: Turin or Milan, Italy (with flexibility for hybrid work and client travel)

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE

• We recognize the importance of flexible work solutions to support you. Whether it’s remote work, flexible hours, or both, you’ll find an environment that promotes work-life balance;

• At the heart of our mission is your career, with professional development paths designed to help you explore a world of opportunities;

• We are committed to fostering social responsibility by creating an inclusive workplace where diverse talents are valued. Diversity is a cornerstone of our corporate culture, enriching our work through different experiences, cultures, ethnicities, communication styles, and behaviors

ABOUT CAPGEMINI GROUP

Capgemini is an AI-powered global business and technology transformation partner, delivering tangible business value. We imagine the future of organizations and make it real with AI, technology and people. With our strong heritage of nearly 60 years, we are a responsible and diverse group of 420,000 team members in more than 50 countries. We deliver end-to-end services and solutions with our deep industry expertise and strong partner ecosystem, leveraging our capabilities across strategy, technology, design, engineering and business operations. The Group reported 2024 global revenues of €22.1 billion.

Make it real | www.capgemini.com

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