Figure Eight Federal (F8F): Leading the Future of AI Training Data
Figure Eight Federal (F8F) provides accurate and reliable human annotated datasets that fuel AI and machine learning for some of the world’s biggest brands. With more than 25 years of industry knowledge, F8F’s technology powers many of the AI interactions we experience every day. Our solutions and expertise empower our clients to achieve their AI goals and make a significant impact in their industry.We are seeking an exceptional Geospatial Technical Subject Matter Expert to provide strategic leadership, deep technical expertise, and innovative solutions across our geospatial operations.
This senior-level position requires an individual with comprehensive knowledge of geospatial technologies, methodologies, and applications who can serve as the definitive technical authority within our organization. This role will help establish standards for exploiting geospatial data by our team of human annotators.
Responsibilities:
- Provide authoritative technical guidance on complex geospatial challenges, systems architecture, and integration solutions
- Lead the evaluation and implementation of emerging geospatial technologies and methodologies
- Develop technical standards, best practices, and quality assurance protocols for geospatial operations
- Serve as principal technical advisor for high-priority projects requiring advanced geospatial expertise
- Guide cross-functional teams in implementing sophisticated geospatial solutions
- Develop and conduct specialized training and knowledge transfer sessions for technical staff
- Author technical papers, documentation, and specifications for geospatial systems and processes
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Science, Remote Sensing, Geomatics, Computer Science, or related field (additional years of experience may be substituted for education)
- Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience in geospatial technology applications
- In depth domain expertise over a number of sensing phenomenology including Electro-Optical (EO), Infrared (IR), Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), and others
- Demonstrated expertise across multiple domains of geospatial science (e.g., remote sensing, photogrammetry, spatial analysis, cartography)
- Understanding of National Imagery Interpretability Rating Scale (NIIRS) and how it relates to visual interpretation of imagery
- Advanced knowledge of geospatial data acquisition, processing, analysis, and visualization techniques
- Experience with common geospatial software platforms (i.e. QGIS, ESRI ArcGIS, ENVI, ERDAS)
- Knowledge of US government geospatial datasets and standards (e.g. NITF)
- Proven record of solving complex technical problems involving geospatial data and systems
- Superior communication skills with ability to translate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
- Active TS clearance
Desired Skills:
- Master's degree in Geographic Information Science, Remote Sensing, Geomatics, Computer Science, or related field
- Professional certifications (e.g., GISP, PMP, ASPRS certifications)
- Strong preference for deep expertise in SAR
- Experience leading geospatial R&D initiatives or technology modernization efforts
- Experience developing custom geospatial applications and tools
- Expertise in cloud-based geospatial platforms and architectures
- Knowledge of AI/ML applications for geospatial analysis
- Track record of innovative problem-solving in complex geospatial projects
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Apply for this job
