{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c0e212a582dcc3ef397ff310","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c0e212a582dcc3ef397ff310","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c0e212a582dcc3ef397ff310","title":"Forward Deployment Engineer Surf Technologies (Surf OS)","description":"Full Time\r\nTechnical\r\nHAWTHORNE, CA, US\r\nRequisition ID:1834\r\nSalary Range: $204,000.00 To $276,000.00 Annually\r\nCompany: Surf Air Mobility\r\nDivision: Surf Technologies\r\nLocation: Los Angeles, CA / Hybrid\r\nHiring Manager: Surf Technologies Leadership Team\r\nOpenings: 4\r\nSurf Air Mobility is seeking highly skilled Forward Deployment Engineers to join its Surf Technologies division. This team builds Surf OS, the company's operating system for air mobility operations. These roles sit at the intersection of Palantir Foundry data integration and full-stack software engineering (Node.js, React.js, DynamoDB).\r\nForward Deployment Engineers will act as the technical front line between Surf Air Mobility and its internal/external partners, responsible for deploying and optimizing Surf OS data flows, building client-specific integrations, and enabling data-driven operational intelligence within the Palantir ecosystem.\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\nArchitect and deploy data pipelines connecting Surf OS to Palantir Foundry and related systems.\r\nDesign, implement, and maintain ETL workflows, ontology mappings, and transformations in Palantir.\r\nBuild full-stack applications and APIs using Node.js, React.js, and AWS (DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, API Gateway).\r\nCollaborate with engineering PODs to ensure consistent data models and API standards across Surf OS.\r\nPartner with operations, data science, and business teams to translate aviation use cases into scalable technical solutions.\r\nServe as the client-facing technical representative during Surf OS onboarding, deployment, and optimization.\r\nSupport system performance tuning, monitoring, and reliability improvements.\r\nMentor and guide other engineers in Palantir development best practices.\r\nRequired Qualifications\r\n3–7+ years of hands-on experience working within the Palantir stack (Foundry, pipelines, ontology, AIP, Apollo).\r\nDeep understanding of data integration, data modeling, and ETL pipeline design.\r\nStrong programming skills in JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, React.js, and AWS data services.\r\nProven ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with cross-functional and client teams.\r\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Math, or related technical field.\r\nPreferred Qualifications\r\nMaster's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.\r\nPrior experience in aviation, airline operations, logistics, or transportation systems.\r\nFamiliarity with building analytical dashboards, workflow automation, or operational data systems.\r\nAbility to work in fast-paced environments with distributed teams.\r\nKey Traits & Attributes\r\nTechnically fluent and business-aware; comfortable explaining technical concepts to executives.\r\nStrong problem solver and independent thinker.\r\nEnjoys blending code, data, and client interaction.\r\nAdaptable and motivated by real-world deployment challenges.\r\nExcited about contributing to the next generation of electric aviation and air mobility.\r\nBenefits\r\nCompetitive Salary: Attractive compensation package based on experience.\r\nHealth & Wellness: Team members are eligible to sign up for medical, dental, and vision insurance, air ambulance coverage, short-term disability, pet insurance, health savings accounts, and company-paid life insurance.\r\nRetirement Plans: Team members can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan.\r\nGenerous PTO.\r\nTeam member Discounts: After completion of your probationary period, you can access the My ID Travel program, which allows members of your immediate family to participate as well. 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These roles sit at the intersection of Palantir Foundry data integration and full-stack software engineering (Node.js, React.js, DynamoDB).\r\nForward Deployment Engineers will act as the technical front line between Surf Air Mobility and its internal/external partners, responsible for deploying and optimizing Surf OS data flows, building client-specific integrations, and enabling data-driven operational intelligence within the Palantir ecosystem.\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\nArchitect and deploy data pipelines connecting Surf OS to Palantir Foundry and related systems.\r\nDesign, implement, and maintain ETL workflows, ontology mappings, and transformations in Palantir.\r\nBuild full-stack applications and APIs using Node.js, React.js, and AWS (DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, API Gateway).\r\nCollaborate with engineering PODs to ensure consistent data models and API standards across Surf OS.\r\nPartner with operations, data science, and business teams to translate aviation use cases into scalable technical solutions.\r\nServe as the client-facing technical representative during Surf OS onboarding, deployment, and optimization.\r\nSupport system performance tuning, monitoring, and reliability improvements.\r\nMentor and guide other engineers in Palantir development best practices.\r\nRequired Qualifications\r\n3–7+ years of hands-on experience working within the Palantir stack (Foundry, pipelines, ontology, AIP, Apollo).\r\nDeep understanding of data integration, data modeling, and ETL pipeline design.\r\nStrong programming skills in JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, React.js, and AWS data services.\r\nProven ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with cross-functional and client teams.\r\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Math, or related technical field.\r\nPreferred Qualifications\r\nMaster's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.\r\nPrior experience in aviation, airline operations, logistics, or transportation systems.\r\nFamiliarity with building analytical dashboards, workflow automation, or operational data systems.\r\nAbility to work in fast-paced environments with distributed teams.\r\nKey Traits & Attributes\r\nTechnically fluent and business-aware; comfortable explaining technical concepts to executives.\r\nStrong problem solver and independent thinker.\r\nEnjoys blending code, data, and client interaction.\r\nAdaptable and motivated by real-world deployment challenges.\r\nExcited about contributing to the next generation of electric aviation and air mobility.\r\nBenefits\r\nCompetitive Salary: Attractive compensation package based on experience.\r\nHealth & Wellness: Team members are eligible to sign up for medical, dental, and vision insurance, air ambulance coverage, short-term disability, pet insurance, health savings accounts, and company-paid life insurance.\r\nRetirement Plans: Team members can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan.\r\nGenerous PTO.\r\nTeam member Discounts: After completion of your probationary period, you can access the My ID Travel program, which allows members of your immediate family to participate as well. 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