Remote Staff Software Engineer, Image Operations

Description:

• BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company that operates a space-based intelligence platform providing satellite imagery and analytics.
• The Imaging Department focuses on the performance of BlackSky's imagery product and on-orbit imaging systems.
• The Staff Software Engineer will develop and maintain the image processing pipeline that transforms raw satellite pixels into imagery products.
• Responsibilities include designing and implementing new features, testing and debugging software, leading automated process development, and providing feedback during design sessions.
• The engineer will analyze designs for scalability and performance, assist with operational tasks, mentor other engineers, and engage with stakeholders to solve cross-functional challenges.
• The position is open to candidates near Herndon, VA or Seattle, WA, with remote options available in certain states.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience is required.
• A minimum of 10 years of professional software development experience is necessary.
• Candidates must have prior experience in processing geospatial or astronomical imagery using libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, OpenCV, and GDAL.
• Experience in an enterprise software development environment is required.
• Extensive expertise in Python and asyncio methodologies is essential.
• Familiarity with cloud computing environments like AWS Batch, AWS Lambda, Kubernetes, or ARGO is needed.
• Expertise in agile development methodologies, git, and CI/CD is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary to articulate technical concepts clearly.
• The role requires being a US-born citizen due to program support requirements.

Benefits:

• Employees receive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, with BlackSky covering 100% of employee-only premiums and contributing $100/month for out-of-pocket expenses.
• The position offers 15 days of PTO, 11 company holidays, four floating holidays, one day of paid volunteerism leave, and parental leave.
• A 401(k) plan with pre-tax and Roth deferral options and employer matching is available.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and an Employee Stock Purchase Program are provided.
• Employees have access to Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs, as well as employer matching donations.
• Professional development opportunities are offered, and employees can choose between a Mac or PC.
• Additional perks include awesome swag.