Drone & Geospatial Solutions Engineer

FarmwiseAI; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

FarmwiseAI is seeking a Drone & Geospatial Solutions Engineer in Chennai who will bridge drone operations, remote sensing, geospatial data processing and software development to build innovative geospatial solutions. The role involves contributing to Drone, GIS, Remote Sensing, AI and SaaS-based platforms for government and enterprise clients.

The candidate should have a DGCA RPC, 2+ years in drone surveying or geospatial fields, and be comfortable with Python and GIS tools.

Qualifications

• RPC is mandatory to operate as drone technician.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in drone surveying, GIS, remote sensing or geospatial engineering.
• Proficiency in Python for automation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage drone survey missions.
• Process RGB, multispectral and LiDAR data using photogrammetry software.
• Perform geospatial analysis, remote sensing workflows, and data processing.
• Develop and automate geospatial workflows with Python.
• Contribute to FarmwiseAI's Drone and Geospatial SaaS platform.
• Work with RTK/PPK workflows to ensure high-accuracy outputs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on geospatial analytics and AI initiatives.
• Travel to project sites for field surveys and data acquisition.

Skills

Drone operations

Remote sensing

Geospatial data processing

Python

GIS analytics

RTK/PPK workflows

Communication skills

Tools

QGIS

ArcGIS

Photogrammetry software

Job description

About The Role

FarmwiseAI is seeking a passionate

Location: Chennai

Joining: September 2026

Experience: 2+ Years

About The Role

FarmwiseAI is seeking a passionate Drone & Geospatial Solutions Engineer to join our growing team. This role is ideal for professionals who can bridge drone operations, remote sensing, geospatial data processing, and software development to build innovative geospatial solutions.

This position goes beyond drone piloting—you will contribute to the development of cutting-edge Drone, GIS, Remote Sensing, AI, and SaaS-based solutions while working on impactful projects for government and enterprise clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage drone survey missions independently.
• Process and analyze RGB, Multispectral (MS), and LiDAR datasets using industry-standard photogrammetry software.
• Perform geospatial data processing, GIS analysis, and remote sensing workflows.
• Develop and automate geospatial processing workflows using Python.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of FarmwiseAI's Drone and Geospatial SaaS platform.
• Work with RTK/PPK workflows to ensure high-accuracy survey outputs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on geospatial analytics, AI, and product engineering initiatives.
• Travel to project sites as required for field surveys and data acquisition.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Valid DGCA Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC) - Mandatory
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience in drone surveying, GIS, remote sensing, or geospatial engineering.
• Proven experience in planning and executing drone survey missions.
• Strong expertise in photogrammetric processing of RGB, Multispectral (MS), and LiDAR datasets.
• Hands-on experience with Remote Sensing, GIS, photogrammetry, and geospatial data processing.
• Proficiency in Python for workflow automation and geospatial application development (preferred).
• Experience with QGIS, ArcGIS, or other GIS software.
• Good understanding of RTK/PPK survey workflows.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively for field assignments.

Why Join FarmwiseAI?

At FarmwiseAI, you'll work across the entire geospatial technology ecosystem—from drone surveys and field data acquisition to photogrammetric processing, GIS analytics, AI-driven insights, and SaaS product development.

You'll Have The Opportunity To

• Build innovative geospatial and AI-powered products.
• Work on real-world projects for government and enterprise clients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of experts.
• Gain exposure to the latest technologies in drones, GIS, remote sensing, AI, and cloud-based geospatial solutions.
• Make a meaningful impact by solving complex geospatial challenges through technology.