Remote Sensing Specialist

Viridien; Crawley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

22 days annual leave

Company pension

Life insurance 4x

Employee Assistance Programme

Unmind wellbeing app

Private medical & dental

Job summary

Viridien in Crawley invites an experienced Remote Sensing Specialist to support image processing, project scoping and client engagements. You'll translate technical capabilities into commercial solutions, advise on data sources (DEMs, optical, SAR, hyperspectral) and help shape scalable projects for oil, gas and mining sectors.

Join a team that blends advanced Earth data work with business development, stay current with imagery providers and processing trends, and work across teams to ensure

Qualifications

• BSc in remote sensing, GIS or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience translating technical capabilities into commercial solutions for clients.
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Respond to client enquiries and scope projects.
• Provide market intelligence on providers, releases and AI.
• Offer bespoke remote sensing data processing support.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure quality and licensing compliance.
• Support business development through client engagement and proposals.

Skills

Client relationship management

Business development

Remote sensing fundamentals

Project scoping

Proposal development

Pricing inputs

Commercial solution translation

Education

BSc in remote sensing or GIS

Equivalent experience

Tools

Envi

Datum

ESRI ArcGIS

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.Are you motivated by turning satellite imagery into real-world insights for clients?We are looking for an experienced Remote Sensing Specialist to support image processing and project scoping requirements within the remote sensing team.The role combines technical expertise with strong client-facing and business development capability: responding to and scoping enquiries, advising on the best data sources and approaches (including DEMs, optical, SAR and hyperspectral where relevant), and producing high-quality, fit-for-purpose outputs that meet licensing and commercial constraints. As a Remote Sensing Specialist, you will use your technical expertise and innovative spark to derive information from satellite imagery, with a particular focus on emerging needs in the domains of oil and gas and mining.The successful candidate will stay current with the EO market onboarding new imagery providers, building awareness around new data releases and processing trends and translate this into improved service offerings guiding internal stakeholders and clients. They will also support business opportunities through client engagement and presentations, helping convert opportunities into well defined, scalable projects aligned with our strategy.About the TeamYou will be part of the Satellite Mapping group based in our Crawley office within the Remote Sensing team.Key ResponsibilitiesClient enquiries & project scopingMarket intelligence (providers, releases, AI)Bespoke remote sensing data processing supportCross-team collaborationEnsuring product quality and commercial satellite licensing complianceBusiness development supportQualifications:Required:BSc in remote sensing, GIS or other related discipline (or equivalent experience)At least 2 years professional experience in relevant client-focused roleRobust understanding of remote sensing fundamentals and practical constraintsProven ability to build and maintain client relationshipsAbility to translate technical capabilities into commercial solutions for client needsExperience identifying new business opportunities and qualifying leadsPrior involvement in proposals, solution scoping, pricing inputs, client presentationsExperience in processing imagery/outputs and common analysis approachesPreferred:Proficient in industry standard satellite image processing packages (Envi, Datum, ESRI, etc.)Commercial imagery procurementExperience in complex imagery processing (hyperspectral, SAR, DEM, programming)UK Benefits Package:Competitive salary commensurate with experienceAnnual bonus schemeInitial 22 days annual leave with future increases, complemented by a flexible buying and selling holiday programCompany pension with generous employer contributionLife Assurance 4x annual salaryEmployee Assistance ProgrammeGroup Income protectionWellbeing Unmind app – puts you in control of your mental healthA flexible benefits platform with numerous discount schemes - gym membership, restaurants, cinema tickets, and much more!Regular social club events, spontaneous reward events throughout the yearCycle purchase schemeOn-site wellness facilitiesFlexible Private Medical & Dental care programmesSponsorship of visas/comprehensive relocation packages subject to eligibilityEmployee Referral SchemeSubsidised canteenLearning and DevelopmentAt Viridien, we foster a culture of continuous learning and provide tailored training programs through our Learning Hub, designed to enhance technical, commercial, and personal growth.We Care About The EnvironmentWe encourage and actively support a strong sense of community, through volunteering and various company initiatives, as well as a strong company commitment to protecting our environment through sustainable solutions, energy saving and waste reduction enterprises.Our Hiring ProcessAt 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 personalized feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond.We are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process 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.