Staff Software Engineer, Strategic Customer Engagements - Remote

Overview

Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history, delivering an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform.

In Short

• Lead the development of transformative solutions for strategic accounts.
• Act as a technical leader and hands-on builder in collaboration with engineers.
• Tackle complex customer challenges and translate them into software solutions.
• Architect, design, and develop full-stack software including cloud infrastructure.
• Engage directly with customers to translate challenges into technical requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship within the team.
• Identify reusable patterns to inform broader platform development.
• Support pre-sales efforts and deliver critical commitments on time.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in software engineering or equivalent role.
• Expert in geospatial software development concepts.
• Expert-level full-stack development skills across various languages.
• Excellent customer engagement and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to operate autonomously.
• Experience with fast, iterative development cycles.
• Ability to dedicate full-time focus to projects with occasional early morning or evening engagements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Health Savings Account with company contribution.
• Generous Paid Time Off and holidays.
• 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
• Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program.
• Home Office Reimbursement.
• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement.
• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Equity options.
• Commuter Benefits if local to an office.
• Volunteering Paid Time Off.