Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history.
Key Responsibilities
In our increasingly data-driven world, it’s essential for our customers and prospects to have accessible ways to understand the value of Planet data. You will join the Data Visualization Team, sitting within the Marketing Department’s Creative Group alongside web developers and graphic designers. We are looking for a spatial thinker with a passion for remote sensing analysis and visual communication to help us leverage Planet’s platform and imagery products for external distribution. You will use our unique datasets in compelling ways, suggesting and trying new technologies and creative approaches to make our platform more accessible.
This is a full-time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco office 3 days per week.
Requirements
4+ years experience in relevant technical roles, preferably working with geospatial and/or remote sensing data
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workloads in a dynamic, client-driven work environment without sacrificing attention to detail
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
Knowledge of use cases for remote sensing data
Knowledge of cartographic and data visualization best practices
Experience in manipulating vector and raster data with core geospatial software and libraries (QGIS, ArcGIS, GDAL, Avenza Geographic Imager, Avenza MAPublisher, etc.)
Leverage the latest AI tooling and an AI-first mindset to drive rapid iteration, deliver value quickly, and adapt to evolving requirements with a bias for action
Experience programming with Python to analyze geospatial data and interact with APIs
Experience working with the Adobe Creative Suite (especially Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator)
Adept at learning new datasets, APIs, platforms, and technical concepts
Experience working with remote, distributed, global teams
Experience working in the space and/or Earth observation industry
Working knowledge of modern and widely supported front- and back-end programming languages, libraries, and frameworks (Javascript, React, D3, NextJS, Svelte, etc.)
Experience working with and visualizing hyperspectral data
Video and animation skills
Experience with web mapping and/or interactive web storytelling
Benefits & Perks
These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy.
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Home Office Reimbursement
Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
Equity
Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)
Volunteering Paid Time Off
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