Backend Data Architect

• Define the Blueprint: Architect the strategic integration between traditional distributed processing (Apache Spark) and high-efficiency single-node processing (Polars) within the Palantir Foundry ecosystem
• Technical Authority: Establish and enforce data governance policies (Purpose-Based Access Control, Data Classification) to ensure enterprise-grade security and compliance
• Performance Engineering: Lead the tuning of polyglot processing jobs across CPU and GPU hardware to ensure maximum throughput and cost-effectiveness
• High-Performance Computing (HPC): Define strategies for deploying custom, low-latency logic and "HPC Bricks" for complex data enrichment modules
• Strategic Consensus: Act as the primary interface between technical teams and executive stakeholders, driving architectural alignment across global sites in Europe and Asia

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• Big Data Mastery: Deep production experience with Apache Spark optimization and the Palantir Foundry stack (Phonograph, Code Repositories, Ontology)
• Polyglot Programming: Advanced proficiency in Java and Python
• expertise in systems languages like C/C++ or Rust is a significant advantage
• Modern Data Stack: Practical experience architecting solutions that combine distributed frameworks with memory-efficient libraries like Polars
• Enterprise Mindset: Proven ability to work within Enterprise Architecture (EA) frameworks and explain complex trade-offs to non-technical business partners

expertise in systems languages like C/C++ or Rust is a significant advantage

• Financial rewards: Attractive salary, agreements on success and profit sharing schemes, employee savings plan abounded by Airbus and employee stock purchase plan on a voluntary basis
• Work / Life Balance: Extra days-off for special occasions, holiday transfer option, a Staff council offering many social, cultural and sport activities and other services
• Wellbeing / Health: Complementary health insurance coverage (disability, invalidity, death). Depending on the site: health services center, concierge services, gym, carpooling application
• Individual development: Great upskilling opportunities and development prospects with unlimited access to +10,000 e-learning courses, certifications, and expert career paths