Senior Data Engineer

Role highlights:

• Senior Data Engineer
• Finland
• Permanent
• Hybrid

Who are we?

ICEYE is the global leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite operations for Earth Observation, persistent monitoring, and natural catastrophe solutions; owning and operating the world's largest SAR constellation. ICEYE is headquartered in Finland and operates from five international locations with more than 600 employees from nearly 60 countries, inspired by the shared vision of improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.

Our satellites acquire images of Earth at any time – even when it’s cloudy or dark – providing commercial and government partners with unmatched persistent monitoring capabilities. Information derived from our SAR images helps customers make data-driven decisions to address time-critical challenges in various sectors, such as maritime, disaster management, insurance, and finance.

Our team is a tight-knit group of experts across many disciplines (e.g., engineering, software development, radar technology, etc.). We’re innovative, driven people who strive for excellence in everything we do. Teamwork, curiosity, and having fun are core values at ICEYE, and contribute to Making the Impossible possible!!

Why should you work for us?

ICEYE is at the cutting edge of new technology and we are continuing to build and operate our commercial constellation of SAR satellites. Working with ICEYE, you will be part of making the impossible possible, whilst shaping the Earth Observation industry. You will work with varied, diverse and engaged colleagues to further the ICEYE mission. At ICEYE we realise that without great people we can not succeed, therefore you will be an integral, valued and appreciated colleague, with the ability to directly shape the vision and direction of the business. 

We actively support Continuous Professional Development, and will provide access to a range of avenues to allow you to succeed, including courses, training and attendance at conferences. ICEYE is a place where your development, your growth and your success is a priority. 

What are we looking for?

To support the company’s growth, we continue to scale our Satellite Communications Network team and are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join us in the Helsinki area, Finland. ICEYE Satellite Communications Network is responsible for creating high reliability and high throughput communication between the ground systems and the satellites in ICEYE fleet globally. Various teams are working on contact planning and configuration, TT&C chain, payload downlinking and ground station infrastructure around it. We are looking for an engineer who can develop tools which can analyze our satellite communication contact quality.

About the role?

As a Senior Data Engineer at ICEYE, you will build services and platforms which analyze our satellite communication links on a global scale. You develop software services which can read data from internal and external data sources, such as ICEYE in-house satellite operations services, third-party ground stations and ICEYE satellites, and generate actionable metrics and data about monitoring satellite communication reliability. You identify different data sources, create tools to gather this information and generate ways to display it to internal stakeholders. You will work closely with QA engineers and Operations & Maintenance Support Engineers, who help define the metrics, and alongside Software Engineers who have developed the software services used for the mission. You will also work closely with UI/UX engineers to define ways to visualize data. Most of the services are written with Python and/or Go and running on Kubernetes clusters e.g. on AWS cloud, so it is expected that you are familiar with those tools.

Responsibilities:

• Create tools and platform to analyze and monitor satellite contact quality and reliability
• Identify different data sources, create tools to collect the relevant information and generate clean ways to display it for internal stakeholders
• Provide data-driven solutions for contact quality for both S and X-bands during both nominal operations and testing phases
• Collaborate with QA and O&M Support Engineers to evaluate metrics for monitoring, and other internal engineers while developing the tools

Requirements

• Data driven mindset and and knowledge of data visualization types and methods.

• Good understanding of the pros/cons of data transfer options such as ETL, push/pull and event trigger models and when to use which.
• Hands-on experience on building efficient data pipelines.
• Experience of the GNU/Linux, AWS cloud computing, microservices and software security.
• Understanding of Python and/or Go languages.
• While prior knowledge of spacecraft communication links is not required at the start, you must be eager to learn and become proficient in this area.

Benefits

• A job that matters in a dynamic Earth Observation environment with a scale-up approach

• An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment
• Occupational healthcare, occupational and private insurance
• A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (i.e. on sport, transport, bike benefit, wellness, lunch, etc.)
• Phone subscription with iPhone of choice 
• Relocation support (i.e. flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)
• Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
• Inspiring and collaborating offices and silent workspaces enable you to focus
• A wide variety of the best coffee, tea, snacks, and sweets to accompany your daily space mission
• Base salary range for this position is 5000-6000 EUR per month (gross) contingent on your experience level, and will be negotiated individually.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion

At ICEYE, we believe that diversity isn't just a buzzword – it's our greatest asset. 

We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but celebrated. We know that diverse perspectives breed innovation and creativity, which is why we actively seek out individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences. 

Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table. Join us and be part of a team where differences are not only embraced but cherished, because together, we're stronger. 

Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. 

Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com