Research, design and architect new software solutions for optimal tasking of Planet's increasingly diverse fleets of satellites
Work on complex applied mathematics problems with aerospace engineers, and provide them with software mentorship
Directly contribute to Planet's success by improving the operations of its existing fleets of satellites, alongside enabling future missions

Requirements

Bachelors’ degree in Computer Science, aerospace engineering, physics or related technical field
6+ years of total relevant experience
Software development experience in C++ and Python
Experience maintaining peer-reviewed code, attention to quality including automated testing, and continuous integration and deployment
Familiarity with orbital mechanics and space mission operations
Ability to carry out first-principles analysis and operationalize MVP solutions
Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

C++Pythonautomated testingcontinuous integrationcontinuous deploymentfirst-principles analysisMVP solutions

Soft Skills

technical communicationmentorshipattention to quality

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer ScienceBachelor's degree in aerospace engineeringBachelor's degree in physics