Image Processing Engineer

Full-time

KBR

Title:
Image Processing Engineer
BELONG. CONNECT. GROW. with KBR.
Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.
Join us at the Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center and help shape the future of Earth science data systems. As part of our mission-driven team, you'll contribute to projects that make a global impact, supporting research, innovation, and technology that empower scientists and decision-makers worldwide.
Position Overview
KBR is seeking an Image Processing Engineer in Sioux Falls, SD, to support the USGS Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center. This is a full-time, onsite position requiring consistent, in-person collaboration with team members, scientists, and mission partners.
In partnership with NASA and the Landsat project, this position supports Landsat product generation, which processes satellite imagery used by scientists, researchers, government agencies, and organizations around the world. You will develop and optimize high-performance image processing applications that support operational satellite data processing and future Earth observation initiatives.
Why You'll Love This Role
Contribute to meaningful, mission-critical Earth science initiatives
Develop software supporting one of the world's longest-running satellite programs
Work alongside experienced engineers and scientists who value innovation
Apply advanced software engineering techniques to large-scale image processing systems
Solve complex performance and scalability challenges
Work with modern cloud technologies and scientific data-processing platforms
Core Responsibilities
As a Image Processing Engineer, you will independently execute engineering tasks and contribute throughout the software development lifecycle.
Design, develop, and maintain image-processing software components
Develop software primarily in C, with supporting development in Python
Optimize algorithms and processing workflows to reduce runtime and improve processing throughput
Design and maintain applications that write to and query relational databases
Develop solutions that ingest, process, and distribute large volumes of satellite imagery and derived products
Support cloud-based image-processing architectures and workflows
Perform software planning, requirements refinement, and technical design activities
Develop, execute, and document unit and integration tests
Troubleshoot operational processing issues and implement corrective actions
Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and technical discussions
Collaborate closely with Systems Engineers, Software Engineers, Scientists, and mission stakeholders
Education & Skills
Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
Experience
Seven or more years of professional software engineering experience
Experience developing software in C within Linux/Unix environments
Experience working with data-intensive processing systems
Experience supporting cloud computing environments
Experience interfacing with relational database systems
Required Skills
Strong proficiency in C programming
Working knowledge of Python
Experience writing software that interfaces with databases
Relational database experience
Linux/Unix expertise
Experience improving software performance and decreasing processing runtime
Strong understanding of software development lifecycle practices
Experience with Git-based source control management
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a highly skilled technical team
Desired Skills
Digital image processing experience
Remote sensing or Earth observation experience
Scientific computing experience
Cloud-native processing architectures
AWS cloud services experience
Postgres database experience
Satellite ground-system experience
Mathematics, physics, or related scientific background
Experience with AI-assisted software development and documentation tools
Special Requirements
Three years of continuous residency in the United States for issuance of a Government Security credential
Ability to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation for facility access
Experience and/or Education in lieu of these qualifications will be reviewed for applicability to meet these requirements.
KBR Benefits:
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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