Michael Lau
Forward Deployed Software Engineer (Delta) @ Palantir
- Role
- Forward Deployed Software Engineer (Delta) at Palantir Technologies
- Location
- Houston, TX, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Michael Lau
Currently, as a Forward Deployed Software Engineer at Palantir Technologies, I work directly with clients to understand and solve their most pressing problems by designing and implementing data-driven solutions. This role involves collaborating in small teams, leading high-stakes projects, and applying technical expertise to drive real-world impact across various industries.As an Artificial Intelligence and Full-Stack Engineer at Axle, I was at the forefront of integrating and leveraging Palantir Foundry within the National Cancer Institute. My role as the primary subject matter expert and engineer for the platform has allowed me to lead the design and execution of complex data pipelines, ensuring the support of critical cancer research initiatives. My expertise extends to developing robust applications using Foundry\'s application development tools, enhancing natural language processing capabilities with Large Language Models, and streamlining operational processes through comprehensive workflow configurations.Previously, as a Senior Software Engineer at CITGO Petroleum Corporation, I led the development of the MarketNet web application, driving analytics, reporting, and sales within various business sectors. My commitment to modernizing applications through innovative solutions like Palantir Foundry has been a consistent theme throughout my career.My tenure at Hewlett-Packard/Hewlett Packard Enterprise/DXC Technology honed my skills as a co-lead of a development team, where I played a pivotal role in supporting web-service applications and implementing monitoring solutions for development and testing environments.My technical skills are broad and deep, encompassing languages such as Java, C++, and Python, and extending to DevOps, Web, Data, AI/ML, and Blockchain technologies. I am a proud alumnus of Texas A&M University, holding a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a Minor in Business Administration, and I am a certified Foundry Application Developer and Data Engineer through Palantir Technologies.I am passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to advance the world we live in. My goal is to continue contributing to cutting-edge technological advancements, sharing my knowledge, and empowering others to leverage data-driven research and operations to their fullest potential.
Experience
Forward Deployed Software Engineer (Delta)
Apr 2025 — Present · Houston, TX, US
Education
Texas A&M University
Minor, Business Administration
2010 — 2013
Lone Star College
Associate of Arts - AA, Computer Science
Texas A&M University
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
2010 — 2013
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