Remote Sensing Data Scientist
Muon Space
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Muon Space is building an expert team that is designing and generating value-added products from Earth observations from Muon’s constellation of low Earth orbit satellites and other geospatial datasets. We are seeking a Data Scientist who will play a foundational role in developing the algorithms for higher level data products from the data coming from our spacecraft’s multispectral imaging instruments. This role will interact with both instrument engineering and science teams to ensure a deep understanding of the measurements being made as well as the needs of the data users. This role will ensure Muon’s data products are of the highest scientific quality, are built to meet end-user needs, and achieve Muon’s goals in monitoring and addressing climate change.
Location: Mountain View, CA or Remote
Responsibilities
- Build state-of-the-art Earth observation data products from remote sensing data
- Support the algorithmic and software development of Earth Observation data products (including but not limited to active fire data products).
- Work with scientists and data product team to continually refine data products
- Willingness to learn new topics as needed (measurements techniques, wildfire detection, cloud identification, etc.)
- Develop algorithms for derived analytics from Muon’s remote sensing earth observations.
- Ensure the product quality, quantitative validation, and scientific integrity of Muon’s data products and services are of the highest quality.
- Cross-functional work with software engineers and scientists to design, build, and maintain operational services from Muon’s core remote sensing missions.
- Willingness to learn new topics as needed (measurements techniques, wildfire detection, cloud identification, etc.)
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience building geospatial data products from remote sensing data
- Familiarity with common geospatial data formats (such as Cloud optimized GeoTIFF)
- Exceptional skills in python-based development and analysis
- Ability to work with a distributed, interdisciplinary team (scientists, engineers, data support)
Preferred Qualifications
- Domain expertise in wildfire analytics including fire detection, mapping, and characterization
- Experience working with infrared data
- Delivered operational analytics to customers
- Familiarity with cloud-native systems (AWS, preferably)
- Experience working with large Tb-sized datasets
Salary
The salary range for this role is $95K- $195K and will depend on a candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience as defined during the interview process.
About Muon Space
Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical data. Our revolutionary, integrated technology stack enables customers to optimize every dimension of their missions for faster time-to-orbit and superior constellation remote sensing performance. Our state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and rapid, flexible payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space is dedicated to delivering Earth Intelligence for a safer and more resilient world.
Taking Care of Our Team
At Muon salary is only part of our total compensation package. In addition to salary, we provide equity compensation as well as benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan, life insurance, and an employee development program. We also offer three weeks paid vacation for new employees, along with 12 paid holidays, unlimited sick time and paid parental leave.
Our mission embraces the entire planet and we believe our team should too. Muon is dedicated to creating a diverse and dynamic company and workforce. We believe in equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We value diversity in the workplace, and that starts with our applicants. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes, and we look forward to reviewing your application! In addition, if you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.
ITAR/EAR Requirements
This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. The Company may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.
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