Job Description
The role involves developing and maintaining real-time software solutions to optimize the operations and productivity of Planet's Earth Observation satellite constellation, working closely with hardware and software teams to improve satellite fleet efficiency and data analysis.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and optimize real-time software for satellite operations
- Create scripts to aggregate satellite data and generate system monitoring metrics
- Analyze data to identify issues and inefficiencies in satellite services
- Propose and implement solutions to improve satellite fleet productivity and capacity
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or Computer Science
- Experience in software development, particularly in Python or equivalent languages
- Data-driven mindset with experience in statistical analysis
- Proactive, self-starter approach to engineering and problem-solving
- Effective interpersonal and collaboration skills within a technical team
- This position requires access to export-controlled information, and employment or hiring of a contractor is contingent upon the candidate's ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls
Benefits & Perks
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
Discretionary short-term and long-term incentives bonus and equity
Salary range of $43.36 - $54.18 USD per hour (US base salary)
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