Geospatial Image Analyst

ICEYE; Finland; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ICEYE, a Finland-based leader in sovereign intelligence from space, seeks a Geospatial Image Analyst to exploit SAR imagery for Defence & Intelligence use cases. You will transform radar data into actionable geospatial intelligence and collaborate with Image Analysis, Sales Engineering, Marketing, Product and Sales teams.

With 3–5+ years in geospatial analysis, you will apply SAR science, GIS, and AI workflows to deliver timely, accurate outputs that meet customer requirements and operational

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of geospatial analysis experience focusing on SAR imagery.
• Proficient SAR interpretation with GIS software.
• Strong written and verbal communication for technical/non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced SAR image exploitation and analysis for D&I use cases.
• Develop analytic reports, visualizations, and geospatial products that meet customer requirements and standards.
• Collaborate with product and delivery teams to define analysis specifications and interpret results.
• Apply geospatial, remote sensing, and SAR science to enhance ICEYE's analytical capabilities and data value proposition.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

SAR interpretation

Data analysis

Communication skills

Tools

QGIS

SOCET GXP

ArcGIS

Job description

Geospatial Image Analyst

• Location: EU
• Department: Data
• Reports to: Senior SAR Image Analyst
• Employment type: Permanent
• Workplace model: Hybrid
• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

Why this role matters

As a Geospatial Image Analyst within ICEYE's Data line of business, you will play a central role in the exploitation and interpretation of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) imagery - with a primary focus on Defence & Intelligence (D&I) applications and use cases. This position is suited for an individual with several years of hands-on experience in geospatial data analysis and image interpretation, who is ready to deepen their expertise in SAR exploitation and operational delivery. You will contribute directly to mission-critical insights by transforming complex radar data into actionable intelligence products. Working closely with our Image Analysis, Sales Engineering, Marketing, Product and Sales teams, you will combine your analytical acumen with advanced geospatial tools - including AI workflows - to provide stakeholders with timely, accurate, and operationally relevant geospatial intelligence.

Who We Are

ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth. ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system. ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future. Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.

Your day-to-day responsibilities

• Conduct advanced SAR image exploitation and analysis to support D&I use cases such as activity monitoring, change detection and pattern-of-life analysis.
• Develop and deliver analytic reports, visualizations, and geospatial products that meet customer requirements and operational standards.
• Collaborate with product and delivery teams to define analysis specifications, interpret results, and ensure technical outputs align with needs.
• Apply geospatial, remote sensing, and SAR science expertise to enhance ICEYE's analytical capabilities and data value proposition.
• Engage with customers and partners, when required, to explain methodologies, interpret outputs, and support the operational use of ICEYE data.
• Stay current with advances in SAR technology, geospatial tools, and D&I analytic tradecraft, incorporating new techniques and insights into daily work.

What we're looking for

Must haves:

• 3-5+ years of experience in geospatial analysis, SAR/satellite imagery (electro-optical, thermal, hyperspectral etc) exploitation , or related D&I analytical functions.
• Proficient in SAR interpretation, with working knowledge of common geospatial software e.g. QGIS, SOCET GXP, ArcGIS.
• Strong understanding of remote sensing and related geospatial principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex analytical findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to adapt quickly, manage multiple tasks, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Application Process

• TA Screen;
• Hiring Manager Interview;
• Practical Task + presentation;
• Final Interview with Senior Management.

Working at ICEYE

At ICEYE, you'll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.

How We Work (Our Values)

Make the impossible possible : We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.

Be curious : Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the "why" behind decisions.

See the big picture: Stay close to what's happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.

Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.

Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.

Have fun : What we do matters-and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.

Benefits

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