Software Engineer

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:  

We are looking for a Software Engineer to help us further develop the Copernicus Browser application. This app is a cutting-edge browser that is redefining the way we explore the vastness of our planet through the eyes of the Copernicus Sentinel satellites. As a software developer, you have the unique opportunity to contribute to this revolutionary platform, where every line of code is a step towards transforming how people access and interact with Earth Observation (EO) data. You will add new features and integrate new interesting data sources that can be used by emergency response teams, researchers and the public, all in close collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA) and the European EO community. The ideal candidate will have passion for improving team processes and developer velocity.

This is more than just a project; it's a mission. A mission to innovate, to break the mold, to create something that is both an engineering feat, and has a positive impact on our society by communicating how the planet is changing due to climate change and the impact people have in this regard. You will as well contribute to the Planet team, a trailblazer in Earth Observation, where we utilize the power of satellite technology to collect data about our changing planet with unprecedented accuracy and frequency. 

This is a temporary, full-time position and is expected to last 12 months. This is a hybrid role which will require you to work from our Ljubljana office 3 days per week.

Impact You’ll Own:

• Design, develop and test reusable open-source UI components
• Integrate RESTful APIs in the UI
• Maintain and further develop existing open-source code base of the Copernicus Browser
• Conduct code reviews

What You Bring:

• 4+ years experience in software development
• Expertise with React (or similar JavaScript frameworks) & Material UI
• Experience with Redux for state management
• Good knowledge of HTTP, REST, JSON, and HTML5/CSS3
• Experience with Jest for unit tests, docker for containerization, git for version control and gitlab CI for one-click deployments.
• Cross-functional communication and collaboration skills (Product & Design)
• Ability to quickly react and adapt to new situations

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Experience with geospatial technologies and data (e.g. Leaflet/OpenLayer for interactive maps)

Application Deadline:

February 28, 2026 at 23:59 (11:59pm 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 accommodations@planet.com or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you.

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