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Awetomaton Ltd · 19 hours ago

Senior Lead Scientist (Remote Sensing)

Awetomaton is a Dayton-based defense startup specializing in satellite collection, and they are seeking a Senior Lead Scientist to support customers at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. In this role, you will lead a team in developing R&D algorithms for Geospatial Intelligence while applying your expertise in imagery science and software development.

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Responsibilities

Communicate effectively in both written and verbal form with peers & decision makers
Experience leading teams in a dynamic R&D environment
Expertise in GEOINT image processing and data exploitation using Python
Familiarity with algorithm deployment concepts including containerization, cloud and platform environments

Qualification

GEOINT image processingPython programmingFull-stack web developmentContainer technologySoftware configuration managementObject-Oriented Software developmentTeam leadershipEffective communication

Required

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Engineering discipline
Ten (10) years of minimum experience in a image processing focused engineering career (Electrical Engineering, Computer Vision, etc.)
Eight (8) years of minimum experience developing image processing solutions in Python
Eight (8) years of minimum experience with processing, exploitation, and algorithm development of GEOINT datasets
Five (5) years of minimum experience with full-stack web development using Python FastAPI, React, TypeScript or equivalent technologies
Two (2) years of minimum experience with Container Technology (Docker / podman / etc.) and associated cloud deployments
Mastery of software configuration management using Git
Active Top Secret security clearance required

Preferred

Master of Science in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Engineering discipline
Expertise developing modular, reusable software via strong Object-Oriented Software development practices
Experience using GitFlow and GitOps workflows using team repository (GitHub / Gitlab / etc.)

Benefits

Flexible time off totaling 36 days / year. No approvals required.
100% 401k company match up to IRS annual limits. This is a benefit of up to $23,500 for 2025.
Health plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield with Health Savings Account (HSA). We pay 95% of employee premiums including family plans.
Employee favorite: Tech and Wellness reimbursement of $3000 / year. Treat yourself with the newest gadgets or athletic gear. No approvals required.
Annual profit sharing as 401k contribution. No set percent and dependent on annual company performance. Benefit is above and beyond 401k match.
Windows or MacBook laptop and well-equipped office spaces for optimal productivity in office and on-the-go.

Company

Awetomaton Ltd

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Awetomaton is a team of curious, tenacious, and seasoned analysts and engineers. Let us make your cloud and data adventure a joy.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Mike Holt
Founding Partner
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