Living Carbon

Public benefit company with a mission to fight climate change by enhancing CO2 capture and storage in trees

Remote Sensing Data Engineer

Data EngineerData EngineerFull TimeRemoteTeam 11-50Since 2020H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

53 days ago

Salary

$130K - $140K / year

Postgraduate Degree2 yrs expEnglishCloudETLJavaPythonRemote SensingSQL

Job Description

• Conduct remote sensing analytics and modeling • Develop scalable analytical and reporting tools • Manage GIS data collection, storage, and version control across team members • Engage in strategic planning & process improvement • Provide support to collaborate with Land and Forestry teams • Manage and analyze large datasets off-line and in cloud computing and storage platforms • Analyze large and complex geospatial datasets and remote sensing data • Design and implement novel predictive, statistical, and machine learning models related to forestry, land use, carbon sequestration, biodiversity, conservation planning, and climate resilience • Automate statistical and geospatial analysis processes using Python, R, or other programming languages • Create clear and impactful reporting tools to communicate geospatial information and insights • Maintain and update internal geospatial databases, ensuring data quality, consistency, and version control • Integrate data from Land, Forestry, and Carbon teams to support commercial initiatives • Ensure high standards of data accuracy and ethical use in all geospatial analyses and models • Conduct quality control checks on geospatial datasets • Provide technical mapping support to other team members as needed • Work closely with Land, Forestry, and Carbon teams to uncover new operational insights • Identify opportunities to improve geospatial workflows and contribute to the development of best practices • Support research and development efforts in geospatial analytics and remote sensing applications.

Job Requirements

  • A MSc or PhD with >2+ years in Data Science, Computer Science, Remote Sensing, GIS, Spatial Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field
  • Proficiency in Python, R, Java, SQL with experience using geospatial libraries, and machine learning analytics
  • Strong skills in GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth Engine) and remote sensing data and processing (e.g., Landsat, Sentinel, MODIS, GEDI, etc); Knowledge of geostatistics, predictive modeling, spatiotemporal analysis
  • Experience building data pipelines, ETL processes, and spatial databases and working with cloud computing platforms.
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate complex findings effectively to diverse audiences.

Benefits

  • generous healthcare, dental and vision insurance

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