About the Role
At Kepler Communications, we're not just imagining the future of on-demand space connectivity - we're leading it! Our mission is to provide real-time on-orbit connectivity for critical missions, enabling a new era of data-driven intelligence and innovation. With 33 satellites launched to date, Kepler operates the first commercial optical data relay constellation, enabling real-time, continuous space communications while supporting advanced on-orbit compute and hosted payload capabilities. Industry-leading technology is only part of the story. What sets Kepler apart is our team: bold thinkers, skilled builders, and passionate problem-solvers who thrive on pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space. We believe great ideas come from diverse perspectives, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow, lead, and make a global impact. If you’re ready to reach higher, move faster, and do work that shapes the future space economy - this is your launchpad. Come build the future with Kepler! What We Offer: - Competitive compensation designed to recognize and reward your contributions. - Comprehensive private medical coverage, with dental and optical benefits available, including dependent coverage. - Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown. - Semi-annual company-wide parties and regular virtual and team events. - Relocation packages available for approved roles. - $1,500 EUR annual professional development fund to support your growth. - Town Halls, Celebration Calls and Frequent company-wide events to stay connected and engaged. - We’re a certified Great Place to Work®, seven years in a row at our Canadian Headquarters. Kepler is hiring a Director of Sales to lead the growth of our real-time optical data relay, on-orbit compute and hosted payload services across commercial and government sectors in the European Union. Experience selling in Germany, France and Scandinavia is a plus. This individual will own customer relationships and strategic capture activities with commercial, defense and government organizations looking to leverage Kepler’s secure, low latency space network with advanced compute for routing and real-time streaming of mission critical data. This role blends technical solutioning with strategic account leadership and will be instrumental in shaping how national customers access, move, and compute data in space. Key Responsibilities: Lead Kepler’s European business capture and customer engagement strategy focused on secure, resilient satellite data relay, on-orbit compute and hosted payload services for commercial, government and defense applications Build and maintain executive-level relationships with key stakeholders such as MODs, so