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Data & Analytics (2)

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 Planet's data to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve our world’s 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:

Our team is in charge of planning the tasks and imagery acquisitions of Earth observation satellites. We do so with a small team of highly-skilled engineers from our offices in SF and Berlin and we are currently looking for a highly motivated and proactive working student to join our operations team.

Your mission will be to support day-to-day operations, which includes collection performance analysis, order monitoring, performing feasibility studies and the development of our operational tools.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter, quick learner, good communicator, and has the ability to switch contexts quickly. You will be working in a close collaborative environment, and will gain first-hand experience in numerous fields related to managing satellite image acquisition planning, geospatial data analysis, process automation by supporting our operations team.

This is a part-time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our Berlin office up to 3 days per week pending schedule.

Impact You’ll Own:

Support Collection Planning team during operational planning process
Prepare geospatial data, maps and dashboards
Run & interpret standard and complex feasibility studies
Maintain, build and automate operational tools
Proactively improve existing processes

What You Bring:

Currently enrolled at an accredited college or technical school for a degree in an Engineering, Geography, Software, or Science related field.
Software development experience in Python or equivalent
Data-driven mindset and comfortable with data analysis
Sound SQL skills, familiar with git / version control
Self-starter that proactively tackles problems and brings in their own ideas
Ability to work in a dynamic environment
Team player with an ability to learn and collaborate across teams
Fluent in written and spoken English, the language of the company

What Makes You Stand Out:

Familiar with automation and software development tools (i.e. Jenkins, Bash, Git)
Experience with data visualization platforms (e.g., Looker Studio, OMNI, CARTO).
Familiarity with geospatial software (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS, GDAL) or libraries (e.g., Shapely, GeoPandas).
Understanding of satellite imagery and remote sensing

Application Deadline:

November 12, 2025 by 23:59 Pacific Standard Time (11:59 PM PST)

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
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.
We’re 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. That’s why Planet is guided by an ultimate north star of Belonging—dreaming big as we approach our ongoing work. If this job intrigues you, but you’re 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 don’t just fill positions, we aspire to fulfill people’s 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 you’re 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 [email protected] or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you.

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