Vice President Defense and Intelligence Engineering

The Vice President of Defense and Intelligence Engineering at Planet will lead and scale the software engineering organization responsible for developing dual-use products and applications. This role involves overseeing technical architecture, systems development, and operational delivery of key products while collaborating with various teams to transform satellite imagery into mission-critical software solutions. The position requires strong leadership in engineering practices and compliance with regulatory standards.

• 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

• The role requires a hybrid work model, necessitating in-office presence three days a week in either San Francisco or Washington DC.
• No specific salary figure is provided, only a range based on experience and location.
• The position involves compliance with ITAR and EAR, which may limit the candidate pool.
• The job description emphasizes a visionary leadership role, which may imply high expectations for strategic direction and innovation.