Flight Software Application Layer Intern

ICEYE is a Finnish space technology company that owns and operates the world's largest commercial synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite constellation. The company delivers continuous, all-weather, day-and-night Earth observation capabilities, enabling persistent monitoring and rapid detection of changes at any location on the planet. Its core offerings span SAR data products, mission systems for sovereign governments, defense and intelligence solutions, and natural catastrophe monitoring for the insurance, banking, and public sectors. ICEYE plays a significant role in climate resilience and disaster response by providing near real-time, observed data on natural catastrophes such as floods, wildfires, and hurricanes. Unlike traditional modelling approaches, ICEYE delivers actual satellite-derived flood extents and depths, empowering governments, insurers, and utilities to respond faster and more accurately to climate-driven disasters. This capability supports community resilience, more precise insurance claims processing, and informed policy decisions in the face of increasing climate risk. What distinguishes ICEYE is its combination of the largest SAR constellation globally, sub-meter (25 cm) resolution imagery, and an end-to-end operational intelligence infrastructure that includes deployable ground units capable of compressing collection-to-dissemination timelines to minutes. Founded with a mission to make Earth observation data continuously available and actionable, ICEYE serves defense, intelligence, government, and commercial clients worldwide, positioning itself as a critical enabler of both national security and climate adaptation efforts.

Role highlights:

Flight Software Application Layer Intern

Location: Espoo, Finland

Department: Engineering – Flight Software

Reports to: Engineering Manager, Flight Software Application Layer

Employment type: Internship

Workplace model: Hybrid

Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

Why this role matters:

As a Flight Software Application Layer Intern, you'll contribute to the software systems that enable ICEYE satellites to perform their missions in orbit. Working alongside experienced software engineers, you'll help develop and maintain application-layer software, tooling, and services that support satellite operations and mission execution. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a multidisciplinary space technology environment while contributing to systems that deliver actionable intelligence from space.

Who We Are

ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth.

ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system.

ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future.

Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.

Your day-to-day responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and testing of application-layer software used in satellite operations and mission execution.

• Build and maintain software tools, services, and integrations using C++, Python, and modern web technologies.

• Collaborate with engineers across software, systems, and operations teams to solve technical challenges and improve workflows.

• Participate in code reviews, testing activities, and engineering discussions while learning industry best practices for software development in a space environment.

What we’re looking for

Must haves:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• Good programming skills in C++ and experience developing software applications.

• Experience using Python for scripting, automation, testing, or software development.

• Familiarity with modern web technologies such as TypeScript, React, and Node.js.

Nice to haves:

• Understanding of messaging and distributed communication technologies such as NATS.

• Experience working with REST APIs, web services, or cloud-native applications.

• Interest in space technology, satellite systems, or mission-critical software development.

Application Process

• Application review

• Introductory conversation with Talent Acquisition

• Technical interview with members of the Flight Software Application Layer team

• Practical technical assignment

• Final team interview

• Offer stage

Working at ICEYE

At ICEYE, you’ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.

How We Work (Our Values)

Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.

Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the “why” behind decisions.

See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.

Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.

Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.

Have fun: What we do matters—and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.

We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us—we’ll do our best to help.

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 iceye.com.