Copernicus Data Processing Engineer (Earth Observation)

TL;DR

Copernicus Data Processing Engineer (Python/Linux): Supporting data processing systems for Earth Observation and meteorological products with an accent on system maintenance, validation, and anomaly resolution. Focus on implementing integration, verification, and validation (IV&V) for processing chains and ensuring system performance.

Location: On-site in Darmstadt, Germany

Company

hirify.global is a leading provider of operational systems and engineering services for space and defence organisations with over 2000 employees worldwide.

What you will do

• Investigate and resolve anomalies in data processing systems.
• Support software release, deployment, and verification activities.
• Contribute to the integration, verification, and validation (IV&V) of processing chains.
• Perform testing and validation of system performance.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation in a configuration-controlled environment.
• Participate in technical reviews, coordination meetings, and engineering boards.

Requirements

• University degree in a relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated experience with UNIX/Linux environments.
• Proficiency in scripting languages and databases (e.g., Python, shell, PostgreSQL).
• Proven experience with data processing of Earth Observation or meteorological products (Level-0).
• Experience in integration, verification, and validation (IV&V) of data processing systems, including test plans and reports.
• Location: Must be based in or be able to work on-site in Darmstadt, Germany
• English: Fluency required

Nice to have

• Experience in system engineering and system design.
• Knowledge of spacecraft and ground segment operations.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Java, or IDL.
• Knowledge of ECSS standards, quality control, and calibration.
• Experience with DOORS or Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) tools like SysML and Enterprise Architect.

Culture & Benefits

• Dynamic international working environment.
• Inclusive employer committed to gender diversity and combating discrimination.
• Respectful and multicultural team environment.