Senior IT Engineer - Data Services & Operations

YOUR MISSION

Contribute to the reliable operation and continuous improvement of data services used across the space and Earth observation community, including:

• Daily monitoring to ensure smooth system operations

• Investigate anomalies, opening reports, and supporting resolution workflows

• Validate new software releases, running automated tests, and preparing release reports

• Develop scripts and small tools to support operations and end users

• Update documentation, procedures, and knowledge bases

• Contribute to KPIs and performance reporting

• Participate in coordination meetings and supporting service evolution activities.

YOUR EXPERIENCE & TALENTS

• Solid background in engineering, systems operations, or data‑driven environments

• Experience working in Unix/Linux environments as part of operational or engineering tasks

• Proficiency in scripting, especially Python and Shell, applied to automation, monitoring or operational tooling

• Know-how in software development practices, including Java, SQL, REST APIs, and source control using Git and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab)

• Hands-on experience with operational support tools, including Jira and Confluence, and ability to produce clear technical documentation

• Experience in software testing and validation, including automated and non‑regression tests for new releases

• Knowledge of container and cloud‑native technologies (Docker, VMs, Kubernetes), familiarity with automated testing frameworks (Playwright, JMeter, JUnit), and an understanding of satellite/Earth‑Observation data formats such as NetCDF or GeoTIFF would be an advantage

• Experience in engineering or operational roles within complex technical environments, ideally in the space, satellite data, or Earth‑observation domain

• Excellent command of English, with the ability to communicate clearly and confidently in an international, highly technical environment

BENEFITS OFFERED BY CROWDCONSULTANTS

• Shape the future of work: We’re a diverse team consistently 5-star rated on Glassdoor and Kununu, and celebrated with multiple New Work Pioneer awards – ready to help shape your own path of growth and happiness

• Custom-build benefits stack: We help you craft your own menu - performance bonuses, extra vacation, sabbaticals, mobility support, child/pet care, etc, whatever matters to you

• Unlimited earning potential – Our uncapped commissions have no territorial boundaries – Idealist, Opportunist, Materialist, your impact directly drives your income

• Accellerate your personal development – Profit from our elite C-level network – coaching, mentoring, training, certifications, whatever helps you grow personal and professional

PERFECT MATCH? We look forward to receiving your application!
QUESTIONS? Please contact Alejandra at: +49 30 233 291 757
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