Data Processing Technical Project Manager - Open Cosmos This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience. Open Cosmos and our selected partners use cookies and similar technologies (together “cookies”) that are necessary to present this website, and to ensure you get the best experience of it. If you consent to it, we will also use cookies for analytics purposes. See our Cookie Policy to read more about the cookies we set. You can withdraw and manage your consent at any time, by clicking “Manage cookies” at the bottom of each website page. Accept all cookies Decline all non-necessary cookies Cookie preferences Select which cookies you accept On this site, we always set cookies that are strictly necessary, meaning they are necessary for the site to function properly. If you consent to it, we will also set other types of cookies. You can provide or withdraw your consent to the different types of cookies using the toggles below. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time, by clicking the link “Manage Cookies”, which is always available at the bottom of the site. To learn more about what the different types of cookies do, how your data is used when they are set etc, see our Cookie Policy . Strictly necessary These cookies are necessary to make the site work properly, and are always set when you visit the site. Vendors Teamtailor Analytics These cookies collect information to help us understand how the site is being used. Vendors Teamtailor Accept these cookies Decline all non-necessary cookies Skip to main content common--header--menu#toggle" data-common--header--menu-target="button" > Career menu Employee Log in as employee Candidate Log in to Connect Share page Facebook X LinkedIn Mail DATA COSMOS · DATA · Multiple locations · Hybrid Data Processing Technical Project Manager Apply for this job 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. Division DATA COSMOS Department DATA Role Project Manager Locations Harwell, UK, Athens, Greece, Barcelona, Spain, Porto, Portugal Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time About Open Cosmos Open Cosmos is dedicated to solving customer problems with insights from space. Whether this is monitoring agricultural yields, assessing the damage of oil spills or providing navigation solutions, we believe that data from satellites is the most effective and sustainable way of achieving this. Apply for this job DATA COSMOS · DATA · Multiple locations · Hybrid Data Processing Technical Project Manager Loading application form Career site Data & privacy Manage cookies Employee login Candidate Connect login Already working at Open Cosmos? Let’s recruit together and find your next colleague. Log in Applicant tracking system by Teamtailor
