Geospatial Engineer (SAR)

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*About Origin* Origin is a clean tech company based in Newcastle upon Tyne, delivering cutting-edge solutions for the Offshore, Nuclear, and Utilities sectors. We’re a fast-growing business with a track record of success and exciting product innovations. Our portfolio includes: * *Origin Orbit®* – combining satellite sensing, machine learning, and integrity expertise to provide vital insights for pipeline operators. * *Origin No Dig®* – a multi award-winning, patented technology that repairs water pipeline leaks without excavation. * *Carbon reduction initiatives* – using data-driven analysis to quantify emissions and model sustainability savings. With opportunities to contribute to R&D, project delivery, and automation initiatives, Origin offers real scope for career progression and personal development. *About the Role - Geospatial Engineer (SAR)* *Key Responsibilities* * Process and analyze SAR and InSAR datasets for geospatial and Earth-observation applications * Develop, maintain, and optimize Python-based workflows for SAR data processing and automation * Perform SAR preprocessing tasks including calibration, georeferencing, co-registration, and terrain correction * Conduct InSAR time-series analysis for ground deformation and surface-movement monitoring * Apply polarimetric SAR techniques such polarimetric decompositions, scattering matrix to extract physical information * Integrate SAR processing pipelines into cloud-based environments (Azure) * Collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, and domain experts to deliver scalable and robust solutions * Document processing methodologies, assumptions, and technical workflows clearly *Essential Skills & Experience* * Minimum requirement of a Master's degree in Geospatial Engineering, Remote Sensing, Geomatics, Earth Observation, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline * Proven hands-on experience working with SAR data * Strong theoretical and practical experience in InSAR techniques, including time-series analysis * Experience with polarimetric SAR analysis (single, dual, or quad polarization) * Demonstrated experience using GAMMA SAR software * Experience or strong familiarity with Python for data processing, automation, and workflow development * Solid understanding of SAR preprocessing workflows, including: * Georeferencing and co-registration * Radiometric calibration and correction * Speckle filtering * Terrain correction and geocoding * Experience working with cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure *Additional Desirable Attributes* * Experience with additional SAR software such as GMTSAR, or similar toolchains * Familiarity with SAR missions and datasets including Sentinel-1, TerraSAR-X, Capella, ICEYE, or other commercial SAR platforms *Application submission deadline: 02/01/2026* Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £42,000.00-£50,000.00 per year Benefits: * Casual dress * Company events * Company pension * Cycle to work scheme * Enhanced maternity leave * Private medical insurance * Work from home Ability to commute/relocate: * Newcastle upon Tyne NE1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): * Briefly describe one project where you used SAR or InSAR data * Which SAR/InSAR tools have you personally used? Experience: * InSAR: 3 years (required) Work Location: In person
Location:
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Job Type:
FullTime

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