Senior Image Processing Engineer

Role Highlights

🔹Title: Senior Image Processing Engineer

🔹Location: Warsaw (On-site)

🔹Type of Contract: Permanent

Who are we?

ICEYE is the global leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, revolutionizing Earth observation with real-time, all-weather, day-and-night imaging. As the owner and operator of the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation, we provide critical insights that empower industries like maritime, disaster management, insurance, and finance to make informed decisions.

Headquartered in Finland, with a presence in five international locations, our diverse team of 600+ experts from nearly 60 countries shares a bold mission: to enhance life on Earth by delivering reliable, data-driven solutions. At ICEYE, we foster a culture of curiosity, innovation, and collaboration, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space technology to solve the world’s toughest challenges.

Why Join ICEYE?

At ICEYE, we’re not just launching satellites, we’re redefining what’s possible with SAR technology. Join a team of passionate innovators solving real-world challenges and making a tangible impact. We foster a dynamic and inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly matter. With continuous learning opportunities, cutting-edge projects, and collaboration with industry-leading experts, you'll have the chance to grow, innovate, and shape the future of Earth Observation.

Why you will Love this role?
We are looking for a seasoned Image Processing Engineer experienced in development of the optical and multispectral image processing algorithms and pipelines especially for the GEOINT and ISR applications. Ideally a person who has been involved in designing and building imaging data processing and exploitation systems from the ground up: architecture, design, testing and productization of the pipelines turning raw sensor data into imagery products. The Image Processing Engineer's role primarily involves creating and maintaining advanced processing techniques for satellite imagery, with a strong focus on: atmospheric correction, image-to-image registration, photogrammetric analysis, feature extraction, and improving image quality (super-resolution algorithms).

What will you do in this role?

• Develop and implement advanced algorithms and pipelines for image processing, including image formation, denoising, mosaicing, georeferencing, orthorectification and image correction.
• Architecture the image formation system, starting from raw sensor data, edge pre-processing up to quality enhancement and product standardization.
• Define image quality metrics, lead image calibration, work together with the satellite, optical system and sensor engineering colleagues on commissioning, calibration and imaging product exploitation.
• Build and maintain the infrastructure and tools for high-volume image processing throughout their operational lifecycle.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on the sensor read-out design, system integration, performance modeling, and product definition.
• Provide technical expertise in the multidomain engineering and product team working on very high resolution system development.

Requirements

What will you need to be successful in this role?

• Familiarity with the electro-optical payload construction with the focus on the light capture mechanisms and sensor data read-out system.
• Understanding of end-to-end image processing chain, from sensor electronics and image ancillary data to geometric characterization.
• At least 5 years of experience in hands-on development of the aerial or spaceborne optical imagery processing pipelines and/or computer vision systems.
• Strong expertise in photogrammetry, data processing and algorithm development.
• Experience in prototyping software solutions for edge imaging data processing working hand-in-hand with the hardware and embedded systems teams on coupling light capture system and fundamental image signal processing with the image formation back-end.
• Familiarity with AI-based solutions for image processing and quality enhancement, specifically for the super-resolution processing field.
• Deep understanding of Remote Sensing and EO data collection and processing techniques. Familiarity with image analysis and geointelligence data handling.
• Proficiency in Python with the knowledge of GDAL and geospatial Python libraries.
• Proactive attitude, willingness to work with the team, share knowledge and actively participate in creating solutions for imaging instruments from the ground up.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with CMOS-based imaging systems for very high resolution applications.
• Experience with imagery georeferencing.
• Familiarity with sensor fusion techniques.
• Previous experience in the satellite and/or defense industry is a plus.

Our Commitment To You

When you apply to a role at ICEYE, we commit to responding to your initial application within 5 working days, if not sooner. When you are contacted by the Talent Partner managing the role, they will be your key point of contact throughout the interview and assessment process. 

We commit to ensuring that you are kept updated about the status of your application, and that any questions you have are answered as soon as possible.

Don't hesitate to apply, even if you don't tick all the boxes, your passion and potential are just as important to us!

Benefits

What’s In It for You?

• A job that matters in a dynamic Earth Observation environment with a scale-up approach
• An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment
• A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (MyBenefit i.e. on sport, transport, wellness, lunch, tourism, etc.)
• Relocation support (i.e. flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support etc.)
• Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
• Polish language lessons
• Occupational and private healthcare and life insurance
• Inspiring and collaborating offices and silent workspaces enable you to focus
• A wide variety of the best coffee, tea, snacks, and sweets to accompany your daily space mission

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At ICEYE, diversity is more than just a value - it's our greatest strength. We’re dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but celebrated. Diverse perspectives drive innovation and creativity, so we actively seek individuals from all backgrounds and experiences.

No matter your background, we encourage you to bring your authentic self to the team. Join us and be part of a workplace where differences are embraced and valued, because together, we’re stronger.

Apply now to begin your ICEYE journey and help us make the impossible possible.

Learn more about ICEYE and life at our company at iceye.com.

Ready to launch your career? Apply now and help us build the future of Space Tech! 🚀