Location
remote, remote, Canada
Posted
July 20, 2026
Job Description
Drive advancements in geospatial analytics as a Visiting Staff Scientist with Planet. Lead groundbreaking AI research to build models that understand our planet's dynamic conditions.
This prestigious role offers a chance to shape Planet's vision of a 'Queryable Earth'. As a key member of the AI Research team, you will develop proprietary geospatial foundation models tailored to Planetβs unique imagery. You will engage in a multi-disciplinary approach to leverage high-resolution satellite data for advanced solution building.
Key Responsibilities:
β’ Innovate proprietary foundation models for geospatial analytics
β’ Investigate and create dynamic environmental embeddings
β’ Collaborate with diverse teams for solution development
β’ Manage data pipelines and automated processing systems
β’ Conduct research on flood damage and environmental dynamics
Requirements:
β’ PhD and academic faculty role in relevant disciplines
This prestigious role offers a chance to shape Planet's vision of a 'Queryable Earth'. As a key member of the AI Research team, you will develop proprietary geospatial foundation models tailored to Planetβs unique imagery. You will engage in a multi-disciplinary approach to leverage high-resolution satellite data for advanced solution building.
Key Responsibilities:
β’ Innovate proprietary foundation models for geospatial analytics
β’ Investigate and create dynamic environmental embeddings
β’ Collaborate with diverse teams for solution development
β’ Manage data pipelines and automated processing systems
β’ Conduct research on flood damage and environmental dynamics
Requirements:
β’ PhD and academic faculty role in relevant disciplines