Data Processing Technical Project Manager
Open Cosmos
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About
- Aim high, go beyond!
- At Open Cosmos we are solving the world’s biggest challenges from space, providing businesses, governments and researchers access to more readily available information than ever before - ready for the challenge? Then read on…
- Working in our Data Division
- Our Data division transforms satellite data into meaningful insights that drive real-world impact. The team delivers all data products generated by Open Cosmos and its partners, curates and develops DataCosmos — our geospatial data platform — and builds integrations that make satellite imagery easy to access and act on. Their work helps organisations turn data into action and create positive change on Earth.
- As a Data Processing Technical Project Manager, you will sit at the intersection of technical execution and project delivery, acting as the central coordination point between Delivery Project Managers and technical teams.
- You will be responsible for enabling high-quality data processing deliverables and products, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget, while applying robust software engineering processes and best practices.
- What will you be doing?
Your key activities will include
- Managing the development of data processing deliverables for external customer projects within the Data Division
- Managing the development of data processing products for internal use and platform evolution
- Coordinating project execution with Delivery Project Managers and Technical Team Leaders
- Ensuring alignment across teams, resolving conflicts, and maintaining focus on business objectives
- Contributing to the definition and application of appropriate software engineering methodologies, processes, and practices
- Ensuring the quality, consistency, and reliability of all deliverables produced by the team
- Defining and enforcing delivery methodologies that support predictable, high-quality outcomes
- Acting as a primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and Delivery Project Managers
- Communicating technical concepts clearly and effectively to non-technical stakeholders
- What You’ll bring
- Understanding of Earth observation systems and image processing fundamentals
- Understanding of customer and business objectives and how these translate into technical and delivery requirements
- Knowledge of project management principles, including planning, scheduling, risk management, and delivery control
- Knowledge of supplier and subcontractor management concepts, including governance, cost, and quality oversight
- Knowledge of software engineering principles, development lifecycles, and best practices
- Customer-centric approach, focused on delivering value and positive outcomes
- Strong sense of responsibility and ownership for delivery commitments
- Proactive mindset, anticipating challenges and acting early
- Clear, effective communication and relationship-building across technical and non-technical stakeholders
- This role you can be based in any of our locations: UK | Spain | Portugal | Greece
- To apply, you must have the legal right to work in your chosen location.
- When applying, please submit your CV in English
- Why Open Cosmos?
- Work at the cutting edge of space technology with customers around the globe.
- A mission-driven company making space accessible to help solve real-world challenges.
- A diverse, ambitious, and supportive team.




