Senior Geospatial AI/ML Engineer

Planet is a company that designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. They are seeking a Senior Geospatial AI/ML Engineer to develop cutting-edge capabilities in geospatial intelligence, focusing on the design, development, and deployment of machine-learning models that transform massive imagery and sensor data into actionable intelligence.

Responsibilities:

• Apply advanced expertise in multi-modal architectures, LLMs, and vision transformers to process massive datasets from EO, MSI, and SAR sensors
• Own the complete lifecycle of new models, from data curation and rigorous model analysis to deployment, stability, and continuous improvement
• Handle and solve complex, ambiguous technical challenges, aligning your solutions with the company's larger goals
• Use your deep domain expertise to guide future feature development toward high-impact, achievable technical milestones

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related field
• 6+ years of relevant industry experience in machine learning, data science, or geospatial algorithm development
• Advanced expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), including advanced algorithms, unsupervised/semi-supervised techniques, and strong mathematical foundations
• Proficiency in Big Data and AI/ML at scale
• Experience with multi-modal data processing (EO, MSI, SAR), Computer Vision, and Perspective Geometry
• Full-stack capabilities, including front-end GUI, database management, and containerization (Docker)
• Ability to balance innovative and creative technological approaches with strong coding talent
• Expertise that can extend support beyond the Defense and Intelligence (D&I) sectors, aligning with Planet's strategic mission expansion
• Ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy and require minimal day-to-day oversight