Senior Data Analyst & Application Builder

Senior Data Analyst & Application Builder - Palantir Foundry

Overview:

As a Senior Data Analyst & Application Builder at Palantir Foundry, you will be a seasoned professional who combines data analysis expertise with application development skills. Your role involves exploring data, deriving actionable insights, creating customized applications, and ensuring seamless workflows. Additionally, you’ll play a pivotal role in enhancing data visualization and storytelling to empower users in making informed decisions.

Responsibilities:

Data-Focused Project Execution:
- Manage the execution of data-focused projects within the LEAR foundry team, utilizing Lear’s data analytics and application platform.
- Participate in multiple projects from their inception, contributing to defining the problem statement
- Support to contribute and execute a long-term data strategy aligned with business goals and associate data management with business strategy.
Data Exploration and Analysis:
- Utilize Foundry’s rich set of tools to explore and analyze data across various formats.
- Conduct open-ended analysis using Contour and Quiver to extract insights from complex datasets.
- Translate analysis findings into actionable recommendations.
Data Visualization and Storytelling:
- Develop visually appealing and user-friendly dashboards that seamlessly integrate real-time data.
- Contextualize statistical information to highlight trends and patterns and Transform data findings into compelling stories.
- Craft narratives that resonate with stakeholders, emphasizing the impact of data-driven decisions and driving engagement.
Application Architecture and Development:
- Lead the design and implementation of complex, tailored applications.
- Team up with cross-functional teams to ensure scalability, reliability, and efficiency.
- Work together with data engineers to establish a robust data foundation for workflow development.
Ontology Management:
- Maintain the organization’s Ontology using the Ontology Manager.
- Explore objects and related workflows using Object Explorer and Object Views.
- Set up alerts triggered by Ontology changes using Object Monitors.
Collaboration and Transparency:
- Work closely with data engineers, data scientists, and operational teams.
- Provide technical guidance and foster collaboration.
- Ensure transparency in application development processes.
Team Development and Collaboration:
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to their growth.
- Foster collaboration within cross-functional teams.
- Share best practices and encourage knowledge sharing.
Continuous Learning and Innovation:
- Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies.
- Enhance your skills in application design and development.
- Contribute to the evolution of Foundry’s application capabilities
End User Training:
- Conduct training sessions for end users on how to effectively use the applications you develop.
- Provide guidance, documentation, and best practices to ensure users can maximize the value of the applications.
- Foster a user-centric approach, addressing user feedback and continuously improving the user experience.
Expert Analysis and Integration:
- Understand the phases of program and product delivery, offering expert analysis throughout the lifecycle.
- Work with both new and legacy technologies to integrate separate data feeds and transform them into scalable datasets.
Documentation, Compliance, and Best Practices:
- Ensure comprehensive documentation aligns with internal practices (ITPM) and Sarbanes Oxley requirements.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in data engineering, ETL, and data integration.
Proven experience in application development, preferably within a data-driven environment.
Strong understanding of the Foundry Ontology and its role in application building.
Proficiency in point-and-click application development using tools like Workshop.
Awareness of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) for application development.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.