Maxime Defauw

Maxime Defauw is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in engineering and technology. Currently serving as the Head of Forward Deployed Engineering at H Company since September 2025, Maxime previously held various roles at Palantir Technologies, including Enterprise Technical Lead and Forward Deployed Software Engineer. Notable achievements at Palantir include the development of data-driven solutions for critical global challenges. An educational background includes a Master of Engineering in Robotics and Embedded Software from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master's degree in Management from KU Leuven. Additional experience encompasses roles in academia as a Systems Engineer Assistant and research in blockchain technology, along with contributions as a technical writer and software engineer intern. Maxime also authored an introduction to the Swift Programming Language at age 15, contributing profits to charity.