Unternehmensbeschreibung

CS GROUP, together with HE Space and Sopra Steria, has been successfully providing digital end-to-end systems and engineering services for more than 40 years. With over 2000 employees worldwide, we combine advanced and unique skills in both information technology and space data engineering. We combine entrepreneurial agility with cutting-edge technological expertise. CS GROUP is a leading provider of operational systems and an important and trusted long-term partner for space and defence organisations. At CS GROUP, we are driven by innovation and we value our most important asset: our people.

Stellenbeschreibung

Your responsibilities will include:

• Perform and monitor routine data processing operations, including data ingestion, processing and distribution, and investigate and resolve operational anomalies.
• Support operations across different mission phases, including commissioning, ramp-up and routine operations.
• Monitor system performance and generate operational statistics, KPIs and reports.
• Contribute to anomaly management, investigation, documentation and resolution, including participation in relevant review boards and technical meetings.
• Develop, validate and maintain operational procedures, documentation and operational tools.
• Contribute to the automation and improvement of operational processes using scripting and database technologies.
• Support operational validation activities, including the preparation and execution of validation and test campaigns.
• Provide operational and contingency support, including on-call activities when required.
• Contribute to operations preparation and coordination with other technical teams and stakeholders.
• Provide technical expertise and training related to data processing operations.

Qualifikationen

Mandatory skills:

• University degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or a related technical discipline.
• Professional experience with near-real-time, data-driven and automated systems.
• Experience with UNIX/Linux operating systems.
• Experience developing and maintaining operational procedures and configuration data.
• Experience with operational validation, integration and verification of data processing systems.
• Knowledge of scripting and database technologies, such as Python, Shell and PostgreSQL.
• Knowledge of computer networks, IT systems and IT security.
• Experience with configuration management and change control.
• Knowledge of ECSS standards.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work autonomously and under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills in English and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural team.

Additional skills considered an asset:

• Experience with Earth Observation or meteorological data processing.
• Experience validating complex remote sensing data processing systems.
• Knowledge of spacecraft and/or ground segment operations.
• Experience with instrument data and product processing, particularly Level-0 to Level-2 products.
• Programming experience in C, C++ or IDL.
• Knowledge of quality control, calibration and validation processes.

Zusätzliche Informationen

This position is based in Darmstadt, Germany.

If you believe you meet the requirements for this position, please send your CV in English and in Word or PDF format to Andrés Izquierdo by clicking the Apply for this job button and quoting the relevant job reference.

An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you!

Application deadline: 15/10/2026