Imagery Ingestion and Processing Specialist

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The associate is responsible for data quality and support operations of Google’s core online Geo products, primarily Google Maps. The Imagery Ingestion and Processing Specialist is responsible for the assessment, pre-processing, pipeline ushering, post processing and modification of both first and third party, 2D and 3D aerial/satellite/drone imageries and derivative products (DSM/DTM, Orthophoto’s Mosaics, 3D city models, synthetic obliques and synthetic nadir).

• Processing and analyzing global scale raster datasets,
• Monitor daily production and quality of data sets,
• Interpret data to recognize trends and potential problem areas,
• Collaborate with cross-functional groups to ensure data flows through the pipeline to production,
• Plan and execute daily operations to ensure project goals are met,
• Interface with engineering teams to continually improve and automate overall operations process and technical knowledge,
• Maintain process documentation and recommend improvements by way of feature requests to engineering teams,
• Identify drivers of latency and quality issues and develop solutions to mitigate with stakeholders,
• Prioritize data sets as necessary to meet any SLA/SLO for critical regions,
• Monitor bug queues and address issues with appropriate fixes.

• 2-3 years of experience in the Geospatial industry.
• Knowledge of one or more GIS software like ArcGIS, MapInfo, QGIS, or equivalent and/or expertise in one or more 3D Modelling packages like Sketch up, Maya, 3D Max,
• Blender, Photoshop, AutoCAD, Open-Source image editing software – gimp,
• Experience working with one or more scripting languages (shell, python, Perl, JavaScript)
• Experience with SQL,
• Experience creating and styling thematic maps,
• Exposure to Photogrammetry technology and software,
• Technological savviness for geospatial products and services,
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to operate and communicate effectively with people at all levels of the business.
• Comfortable with a rapidly changing environment,
• Strong problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail,
• Able to work independently, motivated, proactive attitude with a passion for learning and creative problem solving.

• Opportunity to be part of a global organization focused on development,
• Working hours 15h00 -23h00 while on training, regular day shift after that period
• Open-minded and multinational environment,
• Professional development and clear career path,
• Training & development opportunities,
• Full equipment and paid training provided from the first day of work,
• Extensive benefits package: Multisport Card, Lux Med medical healthcare including dental care, life insurance, cafeteria benefits.