Data Acquisition Manager

Tech Lead

Company

Orcrist builds the Orcrist Intelligence Platform (OIP), a secure, Kubernetes-native system delivering geospatial intelligence worldwide. Deployments run as SaaS and self-hosted/on-prem (air-gapped).

Role

Own sourcing, evaluation, and lifecycle management of GEOINT data suppliers. Negotiate contracts, ensure compliance, and coordinate with engineering for onboarding and quality assurance.

What you'll do

• Develop and execute supplier strategy for satellite imagery, aerial data, vector datasets, DEMs, and specialized geospatial content.
• Negotiate contracts, licensing terms, and SLAs with providers; manage renewals and compliance obligations.
• Coordinate technical onboarding—data formats, delivery mechanisms, metadata standards—with engineering teams.
• Implement governance for usage rights, export controls, data sovereignty, and audit readiness (documentation, lineage, licensing evidence).
• Monitor data quality and performance; coordinate issue resolution, refresh schedules, and change management with suppliers.
• Track budget, cost models, and ROI; recommend optimizations across data portfolio.
• Maintain relationships with strategic partners, government agencies, and consortiums; represent Orcrist at industry events.

About you

• 5+ years in geospatial data acquisition, supplier management, or related roles
• Negotiated contracts with commercial imagery providers and/or government data sources
• Worked in defense, intelligence, or enterprise geospatial programs with export control constraints
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and compliance obligations

Nice-to-haves

• German language (C1+) and familiarity with European data licensing frameworks (Copernicus, INSPIRE, national mapping agencies)
• Existing relationships with major satellite/aerial providers (Maxar, Airbus, Planet, BlackSky, Vexcel)
• Experience with STAC catalogs, data marketplaces, or data governance tools
• Legal or procurement background supporting contract negotiation

What we offer

• Shape the geospatial data portfolio powering Orcrist’s intelligence capabilities
• Work with leading data providers and cutting-edge engineering teams
• Remote-first Germany, travel budget, equipment and professional development support
• Mission-driven organization with stable growth and impactful customers