Remote Solutions Architect I

Summary

Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world. As a Solution Architect on Planet’s Professional Services team, you will understand users’ challenges and apply innovative solutions that address their specific needs.

Requirements

• 4+ years experience working in a technical geospatial or remote sensing role
• 5+ years experience supporting GEOINT work for D&I customers
• Degree in GIS, Computer Science, Remote Sensing, Geography or a related field
• Proven ability programming with Python to process imagery, manipulate vector data, interact with APIs and build data pipelines
• Expertise with QGIS, Esri software, GDAL or other common geospatial software
• Experience leading customer engagements with technical aptitude, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to run workshops or training sessions with users
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in the Arabic language
• Ability to work in an English-speaking environment, the language of the company

Responsibilities

• Understand and align Professional Services project development to the customer’s operational and technology strategies
• Build software tools, proofs of concept and sample applications, and continuously improve the solutions that the customer experiences using Planet’s APIs and analytics endpoints
• Own the customer success lifecycle for Professional Services engagements with the client, from scoping and discovery, to project execution and delivery
• Be the client’s primary technical point of contact, supporting all Planet products and offerings in-person and online, providing training, technical tutorials, and technical assistance
• Influence the direction of Planet’s products and offerings by gathering insights from your engagements with the customer
• Assist with technical writing for proposals and project reports

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