Job Overview

• Job title: System Engineer
• Department: Missions
• Location: Finland or Poland
• Reports to: Director of Delivery and Support - Missions
• Employment type: Permanent
• Working type: Hybrid
• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

Mission of the System Engineer

Are you ready to make a real impact? In this role, youll be at the heart of our mission, working hand‑in‑hand with our team to deploy and operate cutting‑edge ICEYE and third‑party applications with customer satellites. Youll play a crucial part in planning and implementing system deliveries, gaining a deep understanding of how our satellite and ground systems work together. If youre passionate about innovative technology and want to contribute to mission‑critical operations, this is an incredible opportunity to grow and thrive!

Who We Are

ICEYE delivers space‑based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. We provide sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYEs world‑leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as data from the worlds largest SAR satellite constellation. Our near‑real‑time data creates a tactical advantage for mission‑critical operations and also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural‑catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring, and finance. ICEYE operates internationally with offices in Finland, Poland, Spain, Japan, the UAE, Greece, and the US, with more than 900 employees dedicated to improving life on Earth.

Expected Outcomes

• Successful ground system deployment and operation: Assemble, configure, and install ground systems correctly and efficiently at customer sites, ensuring reliable processing of satellite data into images.
• Effective customer technical interaction: Clearly explain technical concepts and collaborate with customer technical staff, internal stakeholders, and partners to foster strong relationships and ensure smooth integration.
• Adherence to technical standards and qualifications: Demonstrate strong technical expertise in Dell VxRail, VMWare, Kubernetes, and hold relevant certifications.
• Adaptability and operational readiness: Thrive in a dynamic environment, adapt to changing timelines, participate in an on‑call rotation after onboarding, and travel to customer sites as needed.
• Continuous improvement: Drive the improvement of assembly, integration, and on‑site installation processes, identifying bottlenecks, proposing enhancements, and fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

Role‑specific competences

• Hands‑on experience with on‑premises hardware (servers, storage, switches, firewalls, cabling), VMWare virtualization, and Kubernetes.
• Expertise in networking troubleshooting and Linux system administration in production, with proficiency in logging and monitoring solutions.
• A mindset focused on "Infrastructure as Code" (or willingness to learn) and a strong emphasis on security.
• Experience with orchestration tools such as Hashicorp Terraform and storage arrays administration.

Key competences

• Intellectual Firepower: Rapidly comprehend, structure, and synthesize complex information, draw accurate conclusions, and communicate clearly.
• Passion & Work Ethic: Bring sustained motivation, resilience, and high personal standards to every challenge.
• Ownership & Action: Assume full accountability for outcomes, act decisively, and ensure commitments are delivered.
• Team Player: Work collaboratively across teams, contribute to shared success, and engage in constructive debate.
• Integrity & Growth Mindset: Operate with transparency and humility, learn from setbacks, and actively seek opportunities to grow.

Application Process

• Initial interview with talent attraction
• Technical assignment meeting with Senior System Engineers
• Hiring Manager interview with Director of Delivery and Support
• Executive meeting with SVP (Mission Line of Business)
• Reference call

Benefits

Finland

• A job that matters in a dynamic Defence Technology and Earth Observation environment with a scale‑up approach
• An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment
• Occupational healthcare, occupational, and accident insurance
• A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (e.g., sport, transport, bike benefit, wellness, lunch)
• Phone subscription with iPhone of choice
• Relocation support (flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)
• Time for self‑development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
• Inspiring and collaborative offices and silent workspaces enabling focus

Poland

• A job that matters in a dynamic Defence Technology and Earth Observation environment with a scale‑up approach
• An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment
• A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (MyBenefit for sport, transport, wellness, lunch, tourism)
• Relocation support (flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)
• Time for self‑development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
• Polish language lessons
• Occupational and private healthcare and life insurance
• Inspiring and collaborative offices and silent workspaces enabling focus

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At ICEYE, we believe that diversity isnt just a buzzword - its our greatest asset. Were committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but celebrated. We actively seek individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences. Whatever your background, bring your authentic self to the table. Join us and be part of a team where differences are embraced, cherished, and strengthen our collective impact.