Project Manager

About SkyMapper.io
SkyMapper merges cutting-edge telescope and camera technology with Web3 innovation to democratize space exploration. Our decentralized network empowers astronomers, researchers, and enthusiasts worldwide to collaboratively observe, analyze, and share discoveries.

Role Overview
We seek a SkySphere Project Manager to lead the development, testing, and production of our all-sky camera’s hardware, software, and scientific capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Finalize SkySphere hardware design, optimizing capability, reliability, and cost.

• Collaborate with the technical team to integrate SkySphere with SkyBridge.

• Assess data quality and recommend improvements.

• Oversee data analysis and project documentation.

• Coordinate schedules, tasks, and budgets.

• Supervise engineers, developers, and scientists.

• Maintain relationships with institutions and observatories.

• Assist in evaluating potential hires.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills; fluency in English.

• 3+ years in observational astronomy or related fields.

• Proficiency in sky coordinate systems, photometric systems, and digital sensor imaging.

• Strong Python skills; Linux command-line competency.

Preferred

• Experience in all-sky camera design and data analysis.

• Familiarity with AI for image recognition.

• Experience with Jira/Confluence.

• Advanced degree in astronomy, physics, engineering, or related field.

Position Details

• Part-time (50% FTE), remote.

• Start date: Negotiable, ideally 15 Aug – 1 Sep 2025.

• Term: 6 months, extension possible.

• Travel: Two 1-week visits/year to San Francisco (expenses paid).

• No additional benefits.