Remote Software Engineer II, Professional Services

Summary

Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world. Software Engineers on Planet’s Professional Services team play a critical role in transforming customer requirements into scalable software solutions that maximize the value of Planet’s data products.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a software engineering role, preferably in a geospatial or data-intensive environment
• Proven programming skills in Python, including experience with building data pipelines, developing APIs, and automating data workflows
• Familiarity with cloud-based architectures, containerization, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes
• Experience with geospatial libraries and tools (e.g., GDAL, QGIS, Esri software) and the ability to manipulate vector and raster data
• Experience with Linux systems and shell scripting
• Demonstrated ability to translate technical requirements into scalable software solutions
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation
• Experience articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Degree in GIS, Computer Science, Remote Sensing, Geography or a related field

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Solution Architects to bring tailored software solutions to life, from proof of concept to production, ensuring alignment with customers’ business objectives and technical strategies
• Develop custom software toolkits, APIs, data pipelines, and integrations to automate and streamline data workflows, reducing services delivery time
• Create lightweight graphical user interfaces (GUIs) or command-line interfaces (CLIs) as necessary to support customer use cases
• Build and maintain scalable software architectures that enhance the performance and usability of Planet’s products
• Implement automatic recurring processes and workflows to support large-scale data deliveries and complex geospatial analyses
• Drive the continuous improvement of internal tools and processes to optimize operational efficiency
• Support and guide the adoption of Planet’s products through technical contributions, including writing code samples, developing tutorials, and providing technical expertise
• Assist in scoping new projects and in providing technical feedback on proposals
• Package and support deployment of releases. Prepare reports, manuals, and other documentation on the status, operation, and maintenance of software, as needed
• Analyze and resolve technical and application problems
• Influence the direction of Planet’s products and offerings by gathering insights from customer projects and the user community

Benefits

• Generous time off including vacation, holidays and company global days off
• Comprehensive Leave Policies
• Remote friendly work environment
• Employee Wellness Program
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Monthly benefit to choose from a variety of providers (Urban Sports Club, Groceries, Clothes, Entertainment, Transportation...)*
• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Equity Options*
• Volunteering Benefits