<ul><li>Job title: Team Lead - software deployment</li></ul><ul><li>Department: Delivery and Support- Missions Line of Business</li><li>Location: Espoo</li><li>Reports to: Director, Delivery and Support</li><li>Employment type: Permanent</li><li>Working type: Hybrid</li><li>Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)</li></ul>The Mission of the Team lead - Software deploymentLead the team securing and improving on-premise software deployment and operations.We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a small team of software and DevOps engineers. This team is responsible for the software lifecycle, from initial implementation to operations, incident management, and continuous improvement, for our on-premise systems.Bringing a blend of strong technical background, a service mindset, and people leadership, you will ensure our on-prem customer environments meet demanding availability, security, and compliance requirements, while enabling surrounding teams to deliver value quickly and safely.Who we areICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE’s world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy – day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits.As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE’s near real-time data creates a tactical advantage for mission-critical operations. Designed for dual use, the platform also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural-catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring (including oil-spill detection), and finance, contributing to global security and community resilience.ICEYE operates internationally with offices in Finland, Poland, Spain, Japan, the UAE, Greece, and the US. The company has more than 900 employees, inspired by the shared vision of improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.RequirementsExpected Outcomes &amp; Requirements Outcomes:<ol><li>Drive technical solutions and processes to minimize service disruption during upgrades, aiming for near-zero downtime deployment methodologies.</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders to continuously evolve software lifecycle management strategy, governance, and playbook for all major and minor software upgrades</li><li>Lead, mentor and grow a team of software and DevOps engineers working on‑prem infrastructure and services. Set clear objectives, provide regular feedback, and support career development and performance management</li><li>Own and evolve the maintenance tooling, content, and workflows, requesting new tools from engineering when needed.</li><li>Proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks and risks across the on-premise landscape through pragmatic improvement initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure on‑prem environments meet regulatory, contractual and internal security requirement</li></ol>Role-specific Competences<ul><li>A strong dual foundation in both software development and DevOps principles.</li><li>Strong experience with on-premise and secure / regulated environments.</li><li>At least 8 years of professional experience, with a focus on on-prem software releases and update deployment, configuration and operational management of software services, particularly within Kubernetes.</li><li>Proven team leadership and people management skills</li><li>Proven ability to  create and document scalable processes</li><li>Ability to communicate technical topics clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders, including senior leadership</li><li>Tech stack that you will be working with includes:</li><ul><li>AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform</li><li>PostgreSQL and InfluxDB</li><li>REST APIs</li><li>Python</li><li>Go</li><li>GitHub Actions</li><li>Grafana and Datadog</li><li>JIRA and Confluence</li></ul></ul><h3>Key Competences</h3>In addition to the requirements above, we evaluate candidates on these key qualities throughout the hiring process:<ul><li>Intellectual Firepower: Rapidly comprehends, structures and synthesizes complex information, draws accurate conclusions, and communicates them with clarity.</li><li>Passion &amp; Work Ethic: Brings sustained motivation, resilience, and high personal standards to every challenge.</li><li>Ownership &amp; Action: Assumes full accountability for outcomes, acting decisively, and ensuring commitments are delivered.</li><li>Team Player: Works collaboratively across teams, contributing to shared success, and engaging in constructive debate.</li><li>Integrity &amp; Growth Mindset: Operates with transparency and humility, learns from setbacks, and actively seeks opportunities to grow.</li></ul>Application Process<ul><li>Initial interview with talent attraction</li><li>Hiring Manager interview </li><li>Technical Assignment meeting </li><li>Executive meeting with SVP (Mission Line of Business)</li><li>Reference call </li></ul>BenefitsWhat we offer at ICEYEAt ICEYE, you will join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. We know that we will succeed only through exceptional people in our team — which is why your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. You will benefit from continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a <a href="https://www.iceye.com/careers">culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and integrity.</a> ICEYE is a place where your contributions have a visible impact, and where we celebrate success together.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionAt ICEYE, we believe that diversity isn't just a buzzword – it's our greatest asset. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but celebrated. We know that diverse perspectives breed innovation and creativity, which is why we actively seek out individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table. Join us and be part of a team where differences are not only embraced but cherished, because together, we're stronger. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who may need workplace adjustments. If you require any specific accommodations or assistance during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know.Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at <a href="http://iceye.com/">iceye.com</a>.Benefits Finland<ul><li>A job that matters in a dynamic Defence Technology and Earth Observation environment with a scale-up approach</li><li>An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment</li><li>Occupational healthcare, occupational, and accident insurance</li><li>A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (i.e. on sport, transport, bike benefit, wellness, lunch, etc.)</li><li>Phone subscription with iPhone of choice </li><li>Relocation support (i.e. flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)</li><li>Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes</li><li>Inspiring and collaborating offices and silent workspaces enable you to focus</li></ul>

ICEYE is building and operating its own commercial constellation of radar imaging satellites, with SAR data already available to customers. ICEYE empowers others to make better decisions in governmental and commercial industries by providing access to timely and reliable SAR satellite imagery. The company is tackling the current crucial lack of actionable information with world-first aerospace capabilities and a New Space approach. ICEYE’s radar satellite imaging service, designed to deliver very frequent coverage, both day and night, helps clients resolve challenges in sectors such as maritime, disaster management, insurance, and finance.


Team Lead - software deployment

<ul><li>Job title: Team Lead - software deployment</li></ul><ul><li>Department: Delivery and Support- Missions Line of Business</li><li>Location: Espoo</li><li>Reports to: Director, Delivery and Support</li><li>Employment type: Permanent</li><li>Working type: Hybrid</li><li>Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)</li></ul>The Mission of the Team lead - Software deploymentLead the team securing and improving on-premise software deployment and operations.We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a small team of software and DevOps engineers. This team is responsible for the software lifecycle, from initial implementation to operations, incident management, and continuous improvement, for our on-premise systems.Bringing a blend of strong technical background, a service mindset, and people leadership, you will ensure our on-prem customer environments meet demanding availability, security, and compliance requirements, while enabling surrounding teams to deliver value quickly and safely.Who we areICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE’s world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy – day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits.As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE’s near real-time data creates a tactical advantage for mission-critical operations. Designed for dual use, the platform also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural-catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring (including oil-spill detection), and finance, contributing to global security and community resilience.ICEYE operates internationally with offices in Finland, Poland, Spain, Japan, the UAE, Greece, and the US. The company has more than 900 employees, inspired by the shared vision of improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.RequirementsExpected Outcomes &amp; Requirements Outcomes:<ol><li>Drive technical solutions and processes to minimize service disruption during upgrades, aiming for near-zero downtime deployment methodologies.</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders to continuously evolve software lifecycle management strategy, governance, and playbook for all major and minor software upgrades</li><li>Lead, mentor and grow a team of software and DevOps engineers working on‑prem infrastructure and services. Set clear objectives, provide regular feedback, and support career development and performance management</li><li>Own and evolve the maintenance tooling, content, and workflows, requesting new tools from engineering when needed.</li><li>Proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks and risks across the on-premise landscape through pragmatic improvement initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure on‑prem environments meet regulatory, contractual and internal security requirement</li></ol>Role-specific Competences<ul><li>A strong dual foundation in both software development and DevOps principles.</li><li>Strong experience with on-premise and secure / regulated environments.</li><li>At least 8 years of professional experience, with a focus on on-prem software releases and update deployment, configuration and operational management of software services, particularly within Kubernetes.</li><li>Proven team leadership and people management skills</li><li>Proven ability to&nbsp; create and document scalable processes</li><li>Ability to communicate technical topics clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders, including senior leadership</li><li>Tech stack that you will be working with includes:</li><ul><li>AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform</li><li>PostgreSQL and InfluxDB</li><li>REST APIs</li><li>Python</li><li>Go</li><li>GitHub Actions</li><li>Grafana and Datadog</li><li>JIRA and Confluence</li></ul></ul><h3>Key Competences</h3>In addition to the requirements above, we evaluate candidates on these key qualities throughout the hiring process:<ul><li>Intellectual Firepower: Rapidly comprehends, structures and synthesizes complex information, draws accurate conclusions, and communicates them with clarity.</li><li>Passion &amp; Work Ethic: Brings sustained motivation, resilience, and high personal standards to every challenge.</li><li>Ownership &amp; Action: Assumes full accountability for outcomes, acting decisively, and ensuring commitments are delivered.</li><li>Team Player: Works collaboratively across teams, contributing to shared success, and engaging in constructive debate.</li><li>Integrity &amp; Growth Mindset: Operates with transparency and humility, learns from setbacks, and actively seeks opportunities to grow.</li></ul>Application Process<ul><li>Initial interview with talent attraction</li><li>Hiring Manager interview </li><li>Technical Assignment meeting </li><li>Executive meeting with SVP (Mission Line of Business)</li><li>Reference call </li></ul>BenefitsWhat we offer at ICEYEAt ICEYE, you will join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. We know that we will succeed only through exceptional people in our team — which is why your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. You will benefit from continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a <a href="https://www.iceye.com/careers">culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and integrity.</a> ICEYE is a place where your contributions have a visible impact, and where we celebrate success together.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionAt ICEYE, we believe that diversity isn't just a buzzword – it's our greatest asset.&nbsp;We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but celebrated. We know that diverse perspectives breed innovation and creativity, which is why we actively seek out individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences.&nbsp;Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table. Join us and be part of a team where differences are not only embraced but cherished, because together, we're stronger.&nbsp;We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who may need workplace adjustments. If you require any specific accommodations or assistance during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know.Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at <a href="http://iceye.com/">iceye.com</a>.Benefits&nbsp;Finland<ul><li>A job that matters in a dynamic Defence Technology and Earth Observation environment with a scale-up approach</li><li>An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment</li><li>Occupational healthcare, occupational, and accident insurance</li><li>A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (i.e. on sport, transport, bike benefit, wellness, lunch, etc.)</li><li>Phone subscription with iPhone of choice&nbsp;</li><li>Relocation support (i.e. flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)</li><li>Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes</li><li>Inspiring and collaborating offices and silent workspaces enable you to focus</li></ul>

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