Remote Computer Vision Software Engineer (Remote - Germany)

at Jobgether

Posted 3 weeks ago 2 applied

Description:

  • This position is for a Computer Vision Software Engineer at Planet, posted by Jobgether, and is remote in Germany.
  • The role involves developing and optimizing imaging systems for the world’s largest satellite camera constellation.
  • Responsibilities include designing, automating, and deploying large-scale image quality assessments and performance metrics.
  • The engineer will define and implement improvements in image quality, developing mitigations and long-term enhancements.
  • The position requires creating and optimizing new imaging systems, modes, and architectures in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • The engineer will develop and refine image processing pipelines for high-resolution, multispectral, and hyperspectral data.
  • Close collaboration with operations, product, optics, embedded systems, and software teams is essential to ensure imaging excellence.
  • The role contributes to system reliability, data integrity, and cross-disciplinary innovation.

Requirements:

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in image processing, quality assessment, or computational photography is required.
  • Candidates must have a solid understanding of imaging algorithms, linear algebra, statistics, and physics fundamentals.
  • Strong Python programming skills within Unix/Linux environments are necessary, along with experience in automation and pipeline development.
  • Hands-on knowledge of high-resolution imaging systems and line scanner data is essential.
  • A Bachelor's degree in physics, visual computing, computer science, or a related scientific/engineering field is required.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills, along with a proactive, problem-solving mindset, are important.
  • Bonus points for experience with hyperspectral imaging and cloud-scale datasets, knowledge of camera hardware, source code versioning tools, and practical experience with imaging system design and operations.

Benefits:

  • The position offers paid vacation, holidays, and company-wide days off.
  • A comprehensive wellness program and mental health support are provided.
  • Home office reimbursement and a monthly phone/internet allowance are included.
  • Tuition reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning are available for professional development.
  • Equity participation is part of the compensation package.
  • Volunteering Paid Time Off is offered to encourage community engagement.
  • The company promotes a flexible, remote-first culture with office collaboration when needed.