Data Visualization Engineer

Planet; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,200 - 112,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

HSA with company contribution

Paid parental leave

Home office reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Equity

Job summary

Planet is seeking a Data Visualization Specialist to craft compelling stories from our imaging data for external audiences. You will join the Data Visualization Team within Marketing Creative, applying remote sensing insights and graphic storytelling to make Planet data accessible.

This full-time, hybrid role requires SF office presence 3 days per week. You will collaborate with developers, designers, and analysts to deliver impactful visuals and ensure accurate data representation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 4+ years in technical roles with geospatial data preferred.
• Ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience with geospatial software and libraries.
• Familiarity with data visualization best practices.

Responsibilities

• Tell stories showing novel Planet data applications.
• Create graphics to educate customers about Planet data.
• Provide technical feedback on marketing content to ensure accurate data representation.
• Collaborate with Media Programs and DataViz teams to share imagery externally.
• Champion best practices for data visualization within the organization.

Skills

Geospatial data analysis

Python programming

Data visualization

Remote sensing

Web storytelling

Cross-functional teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

QGIS

ArcGIS

GDAL

Avenza MAPublisher

Avenza Geographic Imager

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 a 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 worldwide and joining us from offices in San Francisco, Washington DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and the Netherlands.

About the Role

In our increasingly data‑driven world, it’s essential for our customers and prospects to have accessible ways to understand the value of Planet data. You will join the Data Visualization Team, sitting within the Marketing Department’s Creative Group alongside web developers and graphic designers. We are looking for a spatial thinker with a passion for remote sensing analysis and visual communication to help us leverage Planet’s platform and imagery products for external distribution. You will use our unique datasets in compelling ways, suggesting and trying new technologies and creative approaches to make our platform more accessible.

This is a full‑time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco office 3 days per week.

Impact You’ll Own

• Find and tell stories that showcase novel applications of Planet’s unique products, and leveraging your ability to combine our imagery with complementary datasets.
• Collaborate with Marketing colleagues to understand target audiences and create graphics for content to educate customers on how Planet data can meet their needs or solve their problems.
• Assist in scoping and providing technical feedback on Marketing content, whether it’s an animation, video, datasheet or presentation deck. You’ll ensure that the data is accurately represented.
• Partner with the Media Programs Manager and the rest of the DataViz team to prepare and share imagery externally with the press, think tanks and analysts as they try to meet tight deadlines.
• Encourage and use best practices for data visualization as a knowledgeable resource within the organization.

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in relevant technical roles, preferably working with geospatial and/or remote sensing data
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workloads in a dynamic, client‑driven work environment without sacrificing attention to detail
• Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams and articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Knowledge of use cases for remote sensing data
• Knowledge of cartographic and data visualization best practices
• Experience in manipulating vector and raster data with core geospatial software and libraries (QGIS, ArcGIS, GDAL, Avenza Geographic Imager, Avenza MAPublisher, etc.)
• Leverage the latest AI tooling and an AI‑first mindset to drive rapid iteration, deliver value quickly, and adapt to evolving requirements with a bias for action
• Experience programming with Python to analyze geospatial data and interact with APIs
• Experience working with the Adobe Creative Suite (especially Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator)
• Adept at learning new datasets, APIs, platforms, and technical concepts
• Experience working with remote, distributed, global teams

Stand Out

• Experience working in the space and/or Earth observation industry
• Experience working with and visualizing hyperspectral data
• Video and animation skills
• Experience with web mapping and/or interactive web storytelling

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company‑wide days off
• 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Equity
• Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)

Compensation

San Francisco Salary Range

$90,200 – $112,700 USD

All salaries are commensurate with job‑related experience, skill set and location. This role may also be eligible for discretionary short‑term and long‑term incentives (bonus and equity).

Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.

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 [e-mail] or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you.