Graduate Imaging Geophysicist - CDI permanent

Viridien; Massy; Hybrid; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work: up to 2 days per week

PEE/PERCO/CET Pension Saving Plan

Reimbursement of 50% of public transit

Company restaurant with subsidised价格

Job summary

Viridien in France is seeking an entry-level physicist, geophysicist or mathematician to develop skills in commercial geoscience. You will work on processing seismic data, building subsurface images, and contributing to imaging workflows for energy industry clients.

You will learn signal processing, modelling and imaging techniques, collaborate across teams, and have opportunities to publish papers and present at conferences as you grow into leadership.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates with Master’s degree or PhD in Physics, Geophysics or Mathematics (0–2 years professional experience).
• Analytical approach to problem solving.
• Technical knowledge in an area of applied mathematics or physics.
• Enthusiastic attitude towards learning and passion for your subject.
• The technical agility to adapt your existing knowledge to a new field.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts.
• Preferred knowledge of geophysics or geology appreciated but not required.

Responsibilities

• Process and analyze seismic data to produce accurate 3D subsurface images.
• Test and optimise workflows to improve imaging accuracy, computational performance, and data quality.
• Building and maintaining long‑term client relationships through service excellence.
• Management of complex technical projects with multiple short‑ and long‑term deadlines.
• Effective communication and collaboration with team members and clients.
• Cultural awareness through training and interaction with our globally diverse clients and teams.
• Later in your career, leadership and management skills enabling you to contribute to the development of others; and opportunities to publish papers and present at industry conferences

Skills

Analytical approach to problem solving

Technical knowledge in applied maths/…

Enthusiastic attitude towards learning

Ability to communicate technical ideas

Adaptability to new fields

Education

Master or PhD in Physics/Geophysics/Mathematics

Job description

Viridien (www.viridiengroup.com) is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.

Job Summary

This entry‑level role is for physicists, geophysicists or mathematicians looking for a career where they can continue to develop their scientific skills and knowledge in a commercial environment where their work will have real‑world impacts. Our Imaging specialists process huge volumes of seismic data through complex signal processing, modelling and imaging workflows to generate high resolution subsurface images and models primarily for clients in the energy industry.

About the team

We are a diverse and dynamic group of close to hundreds of geophysicists, research and operation, based in France with strong relation with our colleagues sitting across various regions such as UK, Singapore, Brazil, US. We are using the latest signal processing, modelling and imaging techniques and among the most advanced compute facilities in the world to build high-resolution 3D images and models of subsurface structure. Beyond imaging, we transform seismic data into quantitative rock‑property models, helping our clients better understand subsurface characteristics and make informed decisions. You can expect to develop expertise in the fields of signal processing, modelling and imaging; and gain awareness of wider developments in the fields of geoscience and data science.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and analyze seismic data to produce accurate 3D subsurface images
• Test and optimise workflows to improve imaging accuracy, computational performance, and data quality
• Building and maintaining long‑term client relationships through service excellence
• Management of complex technical projects with multiple short‑ and long‑term deadlines
• Effective communication and collaboration with team members and clients
• Cultural awareness through training and interaction with our globally diverse clients and teams
• Later in your career, leadership and management skills enabling you to contribute to the development of others; and opportunities to publish papers and present at industry conferences

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates with Master’s degree or PhD degree in any of the following disciplines: Physics, Geophysics or Mathematics with 0‑2 years of professional experience
• Analytical approach to problem solving
• Technical knowledge in an area of applied mathematics or physics
• Enthusiastic attitude towards learning and passion for your subject
• The technical agility to adapt your existing knowledge to a new field
• Ability to communicate technical concepts
• Preferred Knowledge of geophysics or geology appreciated but not required

Benefits

• Attractive salary and bonus scheme
• Initial 25 days of annual leaves + 14 days of paid reduced working time per year
• PEE/PERCO/CET Pension Saving Plan
• Hybrid work: up to 2 days per week working from home
• Access to company restaurant with subsidised price
• Access to benefits from Company works council
• Reimbursement of 50% of public transportation card in Ile‑de‑France region
• Confidential employee assistance programme to support our staff covering mental health, counselling, wellbeing, legal & financial issues

Our Hiring Process

At Viridien, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the role criteria will be contacted for an interview. We do, however, aim to share personalised feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond. We are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview stages, please don’t hesitate to contact your recruiter directly.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.

Create a brighter future for yourself while taking on some of the world’s most complex geoscience challenges.