Tech Lead, System Validation
Quick answer
Planet is hiring a full-time, in-office Tech Lead, System Validation in San Francisco, CA, with a salary range of $144,500—$180,600 USD.
- Role
- Tech Lead, System Validation
- Organization
- Planet
- Location
- San Francisco, CA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $144,500—$180,600 USD
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
As the System Validation Tech Lead, you will own the end-to-end testbed buildup, maintenance, and tooling necessary to ensure it meets the rigorous needs of engineering. You will define the priorities and roadmap for testbed improvements and automation, and manage testbed hardware and software configuration.
What you'll do
- Defines and executes the roadmap for the buildout and maintenance of all systems validation testbeds
- Drives stakeholder engagement, prioritization of stakeholder feature requests, and resourcing needed to execute
- Designs and develops tooling to ensure testbed users can effectively test their software and firmware updates
- Manages testbed hardware and software configuration
- Maximizes uptime of the multi-mission testbed by triaging and resolving testbed anomalies with support of subject matter experts
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field
- 4–6 years of relevant testbed or network engineering experience
- Experience with Bash, Python or other scripting or object-oriented languages
- Experience with Linux or UNIX servers, IP Networks, Docker
- Excellent written and verbal communication and facilitation skills
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions
What you'll bring
How we treat you
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
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in San Francisco, CA, and is an in-office position.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is $144,500—$180,600 USD.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field, 4–6 years of relevant testbed or network engineering experience, and experience with Bash, Python or other scripting or object-oriented languages.
How do I apply?
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with the application deadline being 11:45p / 23:45 PT on the date stated below. Please apply as soon as you are able to.
How to apply
Apply directly on Planet's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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