Forward Deployment Engineer - Imagery Analyst

Role Context:

The imagery analyst will work closely with end-users to operationalize imagery analytics tools, process real-world datasets, and translate algorithmic outputs into actionable insights. The role bridges technical execution, product feedback, and client engagement to help shape future product features.

Key Responsibilities

● Execute multi-temporal image processing workflows using packaged change-detection applications on client datasets.

● Conduct training sessions, develop quick-reference guides, and demonstrate real-world use cases for customers.

● Interpret algorithm outputs (change masks, confidence scores) and create actionable deliverables such as annotated maps, dashboards, and case studies.

● Identify and document edge cases, false positives/negatives, and usability challenges; recommend workflow or UI enhancements for upcoming sprints.

● Work with software engineers to fine-tune configuration parameters and validate performance improvements against QC baselines. ● Engage with client stakeholders to understand domain needs and translate them into clear, actionable product feature briefs.

● Hands on experience on the software for report generation and briefing the customer

Must-Have Skills 

● 2–3 years of hands-on experience in SAR and multispectral satellite images

● Strong understanding of imagery data structures and analytical workflows

● Proficiency with QGIS/ArcGIS, and image processing softwares GDAL/Rasterio, and basic geoprocessing pipelines

● Ability to communicate complex technical insights through clear visuals and concise narratives

● Familiarity with YAML/JSON configurations, Git, and CLI-based toolchains for iterative testing

● Excellent documentation and presentation discipline

Nice-to-Have Skills

● Experience with optical + SAR data fusion, time-series analysis, or ML model evaluation

● Exposure to React-based geospatial interfaces or participation in UX feedback cycles