PreSales Solutions Architect

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
As a PreSales Solutions Architect specializing in Planet's Hyperspectral offerings, you will showcase the value of Tanager-derived data and services, helping organizations in the hyperspectral community address their most pressing Earth observation challenges. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Customer Success, Product Management, Professional Services, and Business Development. You will serve as the voice of the customer to shape and enhance Planet's industry solutions.

This is a full-time, remote position based in the United States (East Coast). If located near an office, you are expected to work from that office 3 days per week. This role requires frequent international travel up to 25%.

Impact You'll Own

• Build and deliver presentations and product demonstrations, highlighting technical capabilities of Planet's platform and our ability to fulfill customer's business needs.
• Create relationships with customers' technical and management staff as a trusted advisor to their business.
• Act as an advisor to the customer to recommend a solutions architecture that fits their business challenges.
• Assist with the response to tenders, RFI's, RFP's, proposals with respect to product/solution information.
• Work with sales team colleagues to determine account development plans and execute a strategy to engage customers and prospects.
• Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams including Customer Success, Product Management, and Business Development to act as the voice of the customer, assist with RFP and RFI preparation and submissions.
• Attain quarterly and annual sales and operational objectives assigned by management.
• Represent Planet's Hyperspectral customer requirements to Sales leadership, in communicating forecasts, pipeline opportunities, deal reviews, data in CRM tools, and customer feedback.
• Present to key executive Government stakeholders
• Act as a mentor to team members and lead training to drive their development.

What You Bring

• Ability to obtain and maintain a US TS/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Earth/Environmental Science, or other relevant field.
• 6+ years of experience in applied hyperspectral data analysis and applications.
• Experience crafting hyperspectral use cases and presentations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, the language of our company.
• Experience working with GIS and Remote Sensing users.
• Experience in IMINT, ISR, and related fields.
• Experience with ERDAS, QGIS, SocketGXP, ArcGIS, GDAL and other common geospatial and hyperspectral software packages.
• Ability to successfully communicate and coordinate with international customers & sales team.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and proactive working mindset.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Advanced with Python to process imagery, manipulate hyperspectral data, interact with Planet's APIs and build data pipelines.
• Ability to lead customer engagements.
• Ability to run workshops or training sessions with users.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience supporting the US Defense and Intelligence community.

Application Deadline
October 24, 11:59pm PDT

EAR/ITAR Requirements
This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate's ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.
Benefits While Working At Planet
These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy.

• 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)
• Volunteering Paid Time Off

Compensation
The US base salary range for this full-time position at the commencement of employment is listed below. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives (bonus and equity). The final salary range is determined by job related experience, skills and location. The range displays our typical hiring range for new hire salaries in US locations only. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

New York City + California Salary Range

$126,280—$157,850 USD

San Francisco Salary Range

$134,960—$168,700 USD

US National Salary Range

$116,340—$145,390 USD

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 or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you.

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AI in Our Interviewing Process
: Planet is committed to providing an exceptional interview experience for all candidates. We are currently exploring AI interviewing technologies to better focus on candidates and less on trying to capture notes. As such, with the candidate's consent, select interviews may be recorded and include a Planet AI Notetaker for transcription and summarization purposes. Should an interview involve use of AI interview technologies, the candidate will receive notification and have the ability to opt out both in advance and/or real-time. Opting out will not affect one's candidacy.

Candidate AI Policy
: Planet embraces Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, and we encourage its responsible use. We understand that candidates may use various resources, including AI tools, to
prepare
for interviews and assessments. However,
during any live interview stage or when actively completing assessments for this position, the use of AI tools—e.g. Large Language Models (LLMs), deep fake technology, etc.—is strictly prohibited unless explicitly prompted by an interviewer or assessment instructions
. If you are unsure about acceptable use, please contact your recruiter for clarification. If an AI tool or similar technology is desired as an accommodation, please contact with your request for assistance. Your message will be confidential, and we will be happy to assist you. Violation of this policy may result in disqualification of your application.