Senior Engineering Manager - AI Geospatial Assistant Team
PlanetSan Francisco, California, United States
Posted February 20, 2026
182900 - 228600 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Planet is a global company that designs, builds, and operates a constellation of imaging satellites to provide data for commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors.
Job Description
Planet is a global company that designs, builds, and operates a constellation of imaging satellites. They are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead a high-velocity squad of engineers in transitioning geospatial AI capabilities into a robust, market-ready product.
Requirements
- 6+ years of relevant experience
- 4+ years of experience leading software engineering teams
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- Track record of hiring and leading founding engineering teams in a startup or high-growth environment
- Experience and enthusiasm for leading AI engineering teams
- Expert in the 'human element' of engineering
- Ability to identify 'process bugs' and implement cultural or structural changes
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
- Generous Paid Time 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