Senior Remote Sensing Scientist

EvolveTalent®; Darmstadt; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Private healthcare coverage

Generous pension plan

30 days annual leave

Training and professional development support

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Senior Remote Sensing Scientist to advance the development of ocean altimetry satellite missions. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree and extensive experience in oceanography and remote sensing. This full-time position in Darmstadt offers flexible working hours, health coverage, and attractive salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Strong scientific knowledge of ocean altimetry observations and measurement techniques.
• Experience with calibration, validation, and data processing algorithm development.
• Excellent analytical, synthesis, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support operational processing of altimetry data and handle anomalies.
• Plan and execute calibration, validation, and monitoring activities.
• Develop and prototype new algorithms for processing altimeter data.

Skills

Oceanography

Remote sensing

Data processing algorithm development

Python programming

UNIX environments

Analytical skills

Education

Advanced degree in oceanography, remote sensing, physics, meteorology, or related field

Tools

Python

Matlab

C/C++

Job description

Job Information

• Position: Senior Remote Sensing Scientist / Altimetry
• Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Role Overview

For our client, a European leader in Satellite and Space Technology, we are seeking a skilled and motivated professional to support the operations and development of ocean altimetry satellite missions within a leading space and Earth observation program. The successful candidate will play a key role in processing, calibration, validation, and enhancement of altimeter data products, supporting current and upcoming satellite missions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support operational processing of altimetry data, handling anomalies, change requests, and regression testing
• Plan and execute calibration, validation, and monitoring activities of altimeter products
• Prepare for and complete commissioning activities for new satellite missions
• Develop and prototype new algorithms and contribute to operational processor implementations
• Assist in the development of Ground Segment software and tools for upcoming missions
• Define requirements and improve altimetry products and data services in response to user needs
• Initiate and manage studies related to altimetry processing and calibration
• Engage with scientific and operational stakeholders, including international partners
• Provide expertise for re-processing data for climate and environmental applications
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of altimeter instrument capabilities

Qualifications and Skills

• Advanced degree in oceanography, remote sensing, physics, meteorology, or related field
• Strong scientific knowledge of ocean altimetry observations and measurement techniques
• Experience with calibration, validation, and data processing algorithm development
• Proficiency in UNIX environments and programming in Python and/or Matlab (C/C++ is a plus)
• Familiarity with wide altimetry user communities and Earth observation programs
• Excellent analytical, synthesis, and communication skills
• Demonstrated teamwork and interpersonal abilities
• Attractive net salary comparable to the highest in the industry, depending on experience
• Flexible working hours with additional flexi-leave
• Private healthcare coverage for employee and family
• Generous pension plan and social benefits
• 30 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Training and professional development support
• Relocation assistance is available, where applicable. Relocation is mandatory for candidates out of commutable distance, due to the specific job requirements

Benefits

• Flexible working hours with additional flexi-leave
• Private healthcare coverage for employee and family
• Generous pension plan and social benefits
• 30 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Training and professional development support
• Relocation assistance is available, where applicable

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