OPEN POSITION
Responsibilities
Develop new solutions using satellite data and GIS
Create ideas to hold competitions
Required Skills
Research experience using SAR and geospatial data
Ph.D. in remote sensing OR equivalent level of work experience and skills (negotiable)
Programming experience with Python, R, or other GIS-related tools
Problem-solving skills (identifying challenges, coordination with stakeholders, etc.)
Reading and writing skills in English (our internal documents are in English)
Preferred skills and experience (Nice to have)
Research or industry experience using SAR in the context of mining, forestry, agriculture or defense
Demonstrated interest in working outside of the area of expertise
Competition, machine learning, etc.
Experience in committing to OSS
Experience in leading development or research projects
Experience in participating in data science competitions such as Kaggle
Ability to write clear and concise reports in English
Ability to speak English at a business level
Tools
Cloud service platform: AWS, Azure, GCP, Terraform
Development languages: Python, Typescript
Development framework: Python-based framework
Container management: Docker, Docker-container
Database: PostgreSQL
Project management: Github, Jira
Internal communication: Slack, Discord, Notion, Zoom
GIS-related (you can request if you have a preference)
Benefits
Hiring Process
Resume screening
Submit your resume including relevant experience, education, skills, and accomplishments
Highlight any experience in strategic advisory, project management, or executive support roles
Case Study or Problem-solving Exercise (1-2 hours)
Complete a case study or problem-solving exercise to demonstrate your strategic thinking and decision-making abilities
Present your findings and recommendations to the hiring team
Initial Interview (30 min - 1 h)
Discuss your background, skills, and experiences related to the SAR Analysis Engineer role
Assess your understanding of organizational dynamics and ability to work closely with senior leadership
Panel Interview (1-2 hours)
Engage in a panel interview with key stakeholders, including the CEO and other members of the leadership team
Discuss your fit for the role, leadership style, and approach to driving organizational success
Reference Check and Background Verification
Provide references from previous employers or colleagues who can speak to your qualifications and performance
Undergo background verification checks as required by company policy
Offer and Onboarding
Receive and review the job offer, including salary, benefits, and other details
Complete any necessary paperwork and undergo orientation and training as needed
Begin your role with support and guidance from the CEO and leadership team
Work Conditions
Job Type
Full-time (after 3-month trial period)
Outsourcing contracts are acceptable (for freelancers)
Work Type
Operate remotely or from the office
Location
Tokyo, Japan or Remote
Salary
8,000,000 JPY / year or more
Work Hours
9:00 - 18:00 (including 1 hour break) Five-day work week
Consult with us if you would like to use a flextime system.
CAREER
Solafune is looking for people who are in the same boat to make our mission a reality.
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