Principal Earth Observation Systems Engineer

Seeking a skilled Principal Satellite Image Processing Engineer to spearhead the development of a high-performance image processing pipeline for satellite optical sensors, utilizing advanced algorithms and leading a team of junior and mid-level engineers for precise, real-time analysis.

About KaleidEO

KaleidEO is investing to launch its fleet of earth observation satellites.SatSure is a deep tech, decision Intelligence company that works primarily at the nexus of agriculture, infrastructure, and climate action creating an impact for the other millions, focusing on the developing world. We want to make insights from earth observation data accessible to all.

The synergy of KaleidEO and SatSure aims to bring a new dimension to the earth observation industry by being the only full-stack company from India, to have satellites in space to deliver insights on the ground.

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Pipeline Architecture & Development : Lead the design, development, and implementation of an efficient, scalable image processing pipeline for satellite optical sensor data, from raw data ingestion to analysis-ready outputs.
• Algorithm Design : Develop and optimize algorithms for key image processing stages, including radiometric and geometric correction, atmospheric correction, image enhancement, mosaicking, and orthorectification.
• Data Preprocessing : Oversee the development of robust preprocessing techniques to handle satellite imagery (noise reduction, calibration, sensor alignment, etc.) for optimal analysis accuracy.
• Advanced Image Analysis : Apply cutting-edge techniques such as deep learning, object detection, and spectral analysis to extract meaningful insights from optical imagery (e.G., DEM / DSM, change detection).
• Integration with Cloud and On-Premise / On-Edge Systems : Develop and implement solutions for cloud-based processing (e.G., AWS, Google Cloud) or hybrid environments to handle large-scale satellite data efficiently.
• Automation & Scalability : Ensure the pipeline is automated, efficient, and scalable to handle high-volume satellite data processing tasks.
• Team Leadership : Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of engineers and researchers, guiding them through the design and development of components within the processing pipeline.
• Cross-functional Collaboration : Work closely with other teams, including data scientists, software engineers, and GIS specialists, to integrate image processing pipelines into broader systems and applications.
• Quality Control : Ensure the pipeline delivers high-quality, accurate image products by implementing quality assurance practices and validating outputs against ground truth or reference data.
• Research & Innovation : Stay up-to-date on the latest advances in optical remote sensing, image processing technologies, and machine learning applications, and incorporate innovations into pipeline development.
• Documentation & Reporting : Maintain thorough documentation of the pipeline architecture, algorithms, processes, and development timelines, and report progress to key stakeholders.

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Expected Month of Joining : February / March 2026