Job Description

Sagri is a pioneering AgriTech startup that combines satellite data, artificial intelligence, and grid technology to tackle critical challenges in agriculture and the environment. Our mission is to create value by visualizing agricultural land, enabling sustainable farming practices, reducing carbon emissions, and driving positive change for farmers, the planet, and future generations. With our innovative services, including Actaba for agricultural land use surveys, Detaba for crop planting surveys, and Sagri for optimizing fertilizer usage, we are revolutionizing how agriculture is managed and monitored. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and collaborating with government agencies, we empower farmers, improve profitability, and contribute to creating a more sustainable agricultural ecosystem.Website: https://sagri.tokyo/en/The RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Remote Sensing Engineer to lead the development and implementation of our remote sensing solutions for our MRV (Measure, Report, and Verify) decarbonization platform. In this role, you will be at the forefront of our efforts to utilize satellite imagery and remote sensing technologies to promote sustainable farming practices, reduce carbon emissions, and enhance the accuracy of our agricultural monitoring systems.Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of remote sensing systems and methodologies for the MRV decarbonization platform
• Work closely with engineering and operations teams to understand requirements and translate them into effective mapping and visualization solutions
• Develop algorithms and models to analyze satellite imagery and other remote sensing data for agricultural monitoring and carbon measurement
• Create interactive and visually engaging maps and visualizations to illustrate agricultural activities and carbon emissions
• Utilize GIS tools and techniques to generate accurate and detailed maps, integrating real-time data for dynamic representation
• Ensure remote sensing processes and outputs\' accuracy, reliability, and scalability
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior remote sensing engineers and other team members
• Work closely with domain experts, such as soil scientists and carbon market specialists, to ensure the integrity and applicability of remote sensing data
• Develop and implement the best remote sensing data acquisition, processing, and analysis practices
• Communicate complex remote sensing concepts and findings to internal and external stakeholders effectively

• You possess a Bachelor\'s degree or Master\xe2\x80\x99s in Remote Sensing, Geospatial Science, Environmental Science, Computer Science, or a related field
• You have at least 7 years of experience in remote sensing, with a proven track record of leading remote sensing projects
• You have strong expertise in satellite imagery analysis, remote sensing data processing, and GIS technologies
• You have proficiency in programming languages commonly used in remote sensing, such as Python and R
• You have Extensive knowledge of GIS principles, mapping libraries (e.g., Mapbox, Leaflet), and data visualization tools (e.g., D3.js, Tableau)
• You possess strong software engineering practices and a background in Python programming, debugging/profiling, version control, and system design
• You are experienced with APIs and integrating data from various sources
• You have hands-on experience with at least one cloud provider, such as GCP, AWS, or Azure
• You are familiar with machine learning techniques and their application to remote sensing data
• You have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop innovative solutions for complex challenges
• You have excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
• You have a passion for sustainability, agriculture, and leveraging technology to drive positive environmental and social impact

• Exciting opportunity with a pioneering social impact startup utilizing satellite data and AI to address global food crisis and climate change challenges.
• Be part of a passionate team creating a significant societal impact by tackling diverse, impactful challenges

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