[Remote] High Resolution Pipeline Software Engineer at Planet

United States

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Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering or similar
2+ years of relevant experience
Experience with sound software engineering practices
Experience building production-grade services with modern Python
Experience with Ray or other Python-based distributed computing frameworks
Exposure to containerization technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker
Experience building low latency data processing chains
Ability to mentor team members and conduct code and test reviews

Responsibilities

Design, build, and operate the SkySat and Pelican ground processing pipeline from downlink to customer workflows
Ensure top data quality and latency goals to best support customers
Work cross-functionally across Space Systems and with Data Quality Experts to optimize pipeline processes
Implement and review data quality metrics to ensure scientific fidelity
Troubleshoot data quality issues and implement software fixes to resolve them
Participate in on-call rotation to ensure operational excellence across pipelines
Build and optimize algorithms in the low latency software for the Pelican Pipeline imagery processing system

Skills

Planet

High-resolution satellite imagery subscription service

About Planet

Planet captures high-resolution satellite images of the Earth using a fleet of small satellites called Doves. These satellites provide near-daily, detailed imagery across eight different bands, allowing clients to monitor environmental changes, manage resources, plan urban developments, and respond to disasters. The company operates on a subscription-based model, giving clients access to a vast library of images and data analytics tools. This approach ensures consistent revenue as clients require ongoing updates. Planet differentiates itself by offering customized solutions and educational resources through Planet School, helping users effectively utilize their platform. The goal of Planet is to be a leader in the geospatial intelligence market, providing valuable insights through frequent and detailed Earth observation.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2010Year Founded

$617.1MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, AerospaceIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Sabbatical Leave

Remote Work Options

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Home Office Stipend

Phone/Internet Stipend

Tuition Reimbursement

Equity

Commuter Benefits

Volunteering Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Antaris threatens market share.

Recent layoffs may impact operational efficiency and innovation.

Expansion of partnerships may stretch resources, reducing service quality.

Differentiation

Planet operates the largest fleet of Earth-imaging satellites globally.

Their subscription model ensures continuous revenue from diverse sectors.

Planet's AI-driven analytics enhance satellite imagery insights significantly.

Upsides

AI-driven analytics can expand into agriculture and urban planning sectors.

Partnerships with platforms like UP42 enhance data offerings and capabilities.

Smart city management using satellite data offers new revenue streams.

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