Image Processing Scientist
Work with the brightest minds, including ex-ISRO scientists and global space industry experts, at one of the select few companies in the country pioneering cutting edge EO payloads.
Seeking an Image Processing Scientist to contribute to the development of high-performance image processing pipelines for satellite optical sensors, utilizing advanced algorithms to drive real-time analysis.
About KaleidEO
KaleidEO, a subsidiary of SatSure, is an upstream leader in Earth Observation, building a full-stack company from India.
As an analytics-first payload innovator, we focus on building next-gen payloads tailored for industry-specific applications.
Our high-resolution, optical, multispectral payloads, equipped with edge computing and wide coverage capabilities, maximize the value generated from every pixel of satellite imagery.
Rooted in SatSure’s legacy of delivering last-mile applications across sectors like Utilities, Aviation, Agriculture, BFSI and Climate Action, KaleidEO offers modular solutions for the entire EO value chain spanning payload development, launch, mission operations, and data analytics
At KaleidEO, we are committed to shaping the future of Earth Observation and putting Indian space tech on a global map, and we invite you to be part of this exciting journey.
Roles and Responsibilities
- To assist in developing and optimizing algorithms for key image processing stages, including radiometric and geometric correction, atmospheric correction, image enhancement, mosaicking, and orthorectification.
- To assist in designing and implementing efficient image processing pipelines for satellite optical sensor data.
- To 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).
- To assist in developing solutions for cloud-based processing to handle large-scale satellite data efficiently.
- To ensure the pipeline is automated, efficient, and scalable to handle high-volume satellite data processing tasks.
- To work closely with data scientists, software engineers, and GIS specialists to integrate image processing pipelines into broader systems.
- To participate in quality assurance practices to ensure high-quality image products.
- To maintain thorough documentation of the pipeline architecture, algorithms, processes, and development timelines, and report progress to key stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Bachelors or Master’s degree in Remote Sensing, Geospatial Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Preferably 2-3 years of industrial experience in satellite/drone image processing focusing on optical sensor data.
Must have
- Proficiency in image processing and computer vision algorithms.
- Strong programming skills in Python, with experience using libraries like OpenCV, GDAL.
- Understanding of satellite optical sensors and their processing challenges.
Good to have
- Experience with machine learning techniques for image analysis.
- Familiarity with geospatial data formats and tools (e.g., GeoTIFF, QGIS, ArcGIS).
Interview Process
- Coding Round
- Introductory call
- Panel Interview rounds ( 2 rounds)
- Culture Round / HR round
No of positions: 1
- Expected Month of Joining: May 2025
Benefits
Medical Health Cover for you and your family including unlimited online doctor consultations
We believe family comes first. That’s why we offer Maternity, Paternity, Marriage and Bereavement Leave, so you can be there when it matters most.
We ensure every member of the team gets an opportunity to participate at international events and conferences.
Access to mental health experts for you and your family.
Dedicated allowances for learning and skill development.
