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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Forward Deployed Engineer - SAR Intelligence - **Company:** Iceye - **Location:** München, Germany - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, ArcGIS (Software), Computer Programming, Intelligence Analysis, Python (Programming Language), NumPy, Object Detection, Quantum GIS (QGIS), Data Processing, Geospatial Data Abstraction Library (GDAL), Data Analytics, Feature Extraction - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/forward-deployed-geospatial-engineer-sar-intelligence-germany-iceye-8665208 ## About the Role * Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) or equivalent experience in Remote Sensing, Geophysics, GIS, Geography, or related technical field. * Understanding of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) physics, including polarimetry, interferometry, and imaging modes. * Strong programming skills in Python for geospatial and earth observation data processing (GDAL, Rasterio, NumPy, GeoPandas). * Hands-on experience analyzing and interpreting satellite imagery for intelligence or operational applications. * Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders. * Excellent communication skills in English (written & spoken) with ability to deliver effective training and technical presentations. * Willingness to travel 30-50% to customer sites within the region. Nice to have skills * Experience working in defense, intelligence, or government operational environments. * Familiarity with maritime domain awareness (AIS data, vessel detection, port monitoring). * Experience with change detection, object detection, or automated feature extraction from satellite imagery. * Knowledge of geospatial data standards and formats (GeoTIFF, COG, GeoJSON, KML). * Understanding of military intelligence collection requirements and processes (PIR, CCIRs). ## Description In this role, you will bridge the gap between SAR physics and operational intelligence-ensuring defense and intelligence customers extract maximum tactical value from ICEYE's satellite imagery. Embedded with intelligence analysts and military operators, you'll operationalize ICEYE's ISR Suite, configure automated detection workflows, and translate raw SAR data into actionable intelligence that delivers immediate situational awareness across maritime and land domains., * Train and support intelligence analysts using SAR imagery for tactical missions (maritime, ground, infrastructure). * Configure and optimize ICEYE ISR Suite for customer use cases and mission-relevant outputs. * QA/validate SAR imagery products to meet operational requirements., * Develop Python geospatial automation (GDAL, Rasterio, NumPy) tailored to customer needs. * Integrate ICEYE SAR data into customer COP environments (ArcGIS, QGIS, proprietary platforms). * Implement automated detection/alerting for priority intelligence requirements (e.g., dark vessels, border anomalies, change detection). Customer Engagement & Training * Serve as SAR/geospatial SME for defense and intelligence customers. * Deliver training on SAR fundamentals, interpretation, and platform capabilities. * Provide embedded, real-time analytical support on watch floors/ops centers during missions. Product Feedback & Innovation * Capture operational feedback and translate into actionable product/engineering requirements. * Document use cases, methods, and best practices for team reuse. * Surface opportunities for new capabilities aligned to mission needs., 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. ## Related Videos - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Implementing continuous delivery in a data processing pipeline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/73-implementing-continuous-delivery-in-a-data-processing-pipeline) - [Vectorize all the things! 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