Solutions Architect II
Solutions Architect II
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Job Description
Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth.
Planet designs builds and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial environmental and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one.
Customers and users across the globe use Planets data to develop new technologies drive revenue power research and solve our worlds toughest obstacles.
As we control every component of hardware design manufacturing data processing and software engineering our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains.
We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world.
Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco Washington DC Germany Austria Slovenia and The Netherlands.
About the Role:
Planets Professional Services team helps our Government customers adopt the Planet Platform and rapidly realize return on investment in Planet data and analytics. The Professional Services team in Europe is looking for a Solutions Architect responsible for the implementation integration and analysis of new software and data products that extend the Planet Platform and deliver new capabilities to our federal customers. In this role you will work with multiple internal teams to develop scripts and analyze data products for delivery to end users. You work will be highly visible directly impacting customers ability to quickly access Planets unprecedented datasets as well as streamline the internal processes for adding new customers to our platform. Ideal candidates are excited about Planets mission and capabilities.
This is a full-time in-office position based in Mons Belgium at our customers office 5 days per week. Relocation may be offered and will be discussed during the interview process.
Impact Youll Own:
- Build and maintain APIs which serve our enterprise and federal customers
- Understanding clients needs and delivering tailored solutions
- Help define create and analyze usage metrics to drive customer growth
- Leverage analytical skills to deliver products to our federal customers and support mission requirements
- Participate in team on-call rotation to support production services
What You Bring:
- Computer science software/systems engineering or related degree
- 6 years of relevant work experience of which 5 of these years is experience supporting NATO and/or DoD/IC customers
- Specialized relevant technical experience in the general areas of systems integration and intelligence analysis
- Fluent in Golang Python Postgresql & React or related technologies
- Experience with cloud deployments; GCP AWS Azure
- Experience designing and evolving public-facing APIs
- Experience with solving complex problems through analytical skills
- Experience scaling and maintaining production systems
What Makes You Stand Out:
- Current NATO Secret Clearance
- Systems integrations experience working with multi-domain/multi-level security architectures with the USG particularly in NATO
- Working knowledge of JavaScript and its mapping libraries (OpenLayers Leaflet ArcGIS API for JavaScript) Google Earth Engine and its SDK
- Experience with RDBMS (PostgreSQL SQL) and distributed databases (NoSQL)
- Experience in geopolitics and data science
- Ability to pick up new technologies quickly
- Experience with building analytical products from complex datasets
- Experience with geospatial technologies and data
- GEOINT experience imagery exploitation and analysis
Application Deadline:
July 31 2025 by 23:59 PDT (CET -9)
Export Authorization Requirements:
Employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the U.S. government granting all export authorizations required for the candidate to fulfill the job duties as described.
Benefits While Working at Planet:
These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location based upon applicable law or company policy.
- Paid time off including vacation holidays and company-wide days off
- Remote-friendly work environment
- Employee Wellness Program
- Home Office Reimbursement
- Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
- Equity
- Volunteering Paid Time Off
Why we care so much about Belonging.
Were dedicated to helping the whole Planet and to do that we must strive to represent all of it within each of our offices and on all of our teams. Thats why Planet is guided by an ultimate north star of Belongingdreaming big as we approach our ongoing work. If this job intrigues you but youre thinking you might not have all the qualifications please... do apply! At Planet we are looking for well-rounded people from around the world who can contribute to more ways than just what is listed in this job description. We dont just fill positions we aspire to fulfill peoples careers most excited about folks who are motivated by our underlying humanitarian efforts. We are a few orbits around the sun before we get to where we want to be so we hope youre excited to come along for the ride.
EEO statement:
Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race religious creed color national origin ancestry physical disability mental disability medical condition genetic information marital status sex gender gender identity gender expression pregnancy childbirth and breastfeeding age sexual orientation military or veteran status or any other protected classification in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. Know Your Rights.
Accommodations:
Planet is an inclusive community and we know that everyone has their own needs. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process please reach out to or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you.
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Employment Type
Full Time
