Senior Developer / Solution Architect (AI/ML & Data Platforms)

About the role

Kearney & Company is seeking a Senior Application Developer to lead advanced, end-to-end application development for the U.S. Navy's War Data Platform. This role requires deep technical ownership, autonomy, and the ability to independently deliver complex solutions within Palantir Foundry.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy secure, scalable, mission-critical applications within Palantir Foundry, owning the full lifecycle from concept through production.
• Build complex data pipelines, transformations, and ontology structures to support Navy analytics, interoperability, and operational workflows.
• Lead integrations with Navy systems, cloud services, and external data sources using APIs, connectors, or Foundry-native integration tools.
• Conduct hands-on testing, debugging, performance optimization, and sustainment to ensure application reliability in secure DoD environments.
• Implement configuration management, access controls, DevSecOps best practices, and documentation processes suitable for regulated federal ecosystems.
• Provide technical mentorship, platform expertise, and Foundry best-practice guidance to project teams and Navy stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience developing complex applications or data solutions on enterprise platforms.
• Proven ability to operate independently and deliver end-to-end technical solutions with minimal oversight.
• Proficiency with Python and associated Foundry development patterns (PySpark, data transformations, automation).
• Strong understanding of application lifecycle management, platform governance, access control models, and integration patterns, preferably with experience in DoD environments.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, DevSecOps practices, and version control tools (Git-based workflows).
• Ability to work onsite 2-3 days per week in the Washington DC / Alexandria, VA area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret or higher security clearance.
• Prior experience supporting the Department of the Navy or other DoD organizations.
• 2+ years’ experience in Palantir Foundry, developing applications or data products for Navy, USMC, or other defense analytics environments.
• Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity standards (RMF, STIGs) and secure development practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), DevSecOps pipelines, or hybrid classified/unclassified environments.
• Multiple platform certifications (Palantir Foundry, Microsoft Power Platform, ServiceNow, Salesforce).
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or similar tools used in federal program environments.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and 529 Education Savings Plan.
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account.
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Insurances.
• Legal Insurance and Pet Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program, fitness and wellness benefits, and other firm benefits.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.