Earth Observation Data Scientist
Time Fraction: 1.0 FTE, part time or flexible options will be considered
Place of Work: Flexibility between working from home, office and co-location at one of FrontierSI’s partner organisations (can be fully remote). Ideally located in Perth, Canberra, Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne or Brisbane. Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed for client engagements and project delivery.
Term: This position is a permanent contract
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience level
Benefits: Salary sacrificing options, professional development support, and flexible working conditions.
FrontierSI
FrontierSI is a social enterprise that exists to anticipate and solve large problems using our space and spatial expertise. Our vision is to be the lead social enterprise in Australia and New Zealand driving location-based innovation. FrontierSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We have an established and trusted reputation for developing and delivering large research and innovation initiatives across Australia and New Zealand. Our experience spans multiple sectors including natural resources and environmental management, resources and mining, property & planning, government (spatial), health, infrastructure and defence.
FrontierSI’ s research and innovation activities cover:
- Positioning and applied geodesy with the aim of improving location.
- Spatial infrastructures and analytics focussing on growing data accessibility and automation.
- Applying spatial technologies in applications such as digital twins, IoT and earth observation.
- Supporting Australia’s growing space industry.
At FrontierSI, we believe success is driven through having strong values:
- We are solutions-driven and achieve high quality outcomes through collaboration, being open-minded and embracing inclusion, working together as a team internally, and with our partners and clients.
- We are future-focused, looking at what’s next: from tapping into the most promising technologies through to new application areas, to ensure we deliver.
- We respond to our partner needs with agility, being flexible and deploying teams and effort as needed to adapt to our rapidly changing environment.
- We work with integrity, we do what we say, and we are professional and respectful of others; and
- We communicate and share information effectively, we listen first, seek to understand other perspec-tives and simplify complex concepts into understandable stories.
Job Summary
We are seeking an Earth Observation Data Scientist to support and enable the analysis and application of Earth observation (EO) and geospatial data. In this role, you will contribute to designing and implementing data workflows, analysing EO datasets, and delivering actionable insights to tackle societal challenges. With opportunities to lead aspects of projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, this role is designed to provide flexibility for individuals with varying levels of experience, from those early in their career to seasoned professionals ready to take on more leadership responsibilities.
Data Analysis and Processing
- Process, analyse, and interpret EO datasets using established tools and methods.
- Perform tasks such as pre-processing, feature extraction, and data integration for project-specific applications.
Workflow Design and Implementation
- Contribute to the development of data workflows, with opportunities to lead their design and optimization based on experience.
- Assist in or independently develop algorithms for remote sensing data analysis.
Problem Solving
- Solve technical challenges related to EO data analysis, ranging from well-defined tasks to complex problem-solving, depending on experience level.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to meet project objectives.
- Engage with stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into actionable deliverables.
Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain clear documentation of workflows, methodologies, and findings.
- Contribute to or lead the preparation of technical reports, presentations, and publications.
Learning and Innovation
- Stay informed about advances in EO data platforms, methodologies, and technologies.
- Proactively suggest and integrate new tools and methods into projects, based on level of expertise.
Mentorship and Leadership
- Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance where appropriate.
- Lead project components or technical activities in alignment with organizational goals.
Performance Metrics
- On-time delivery of projects and quality of output.
- Client satisfaction scores.
- Team performance and development metrics.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organisation.
Our Ideal Candidate
To be successful in the role you will have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Remote Sensing, Geospatial Science, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience working with EO data or in a related field.
- Proficiency in processing and analysing imagery and geospatial data using Python.
- Familiarity with geospatial software (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS) and cloud platforms (e.g. Digital Earth Australia)
- Knowledge of remote sensing principles and EO datasets (e.g., Sentinel, Landsat).
- Basic understanding of machine learning and statistical methods applied to geospatial data.
- Familiarity with version control tools such as Git.
- Ability to address technical challenges with attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
- Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment.
- Capacity to present findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Willingness to learn and apply new technologies and methodologies.
The following would enhance your ability to perform in this role and make you a more attractive candidate but are not essential:
- Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field.
- A proven track record of leading technical aspects of projects.
- Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and optimize complex EO data workflows.
- Advanced proficiency in EO techniques, geospatial tools, and programming for data analysis and visualization.
- Expertise in AI/ML.
- Expertise in cloud-based EO platforms and large-scale data processing.
- Experience in guiding and mentoring team members or managing project components.
- Demonstrated ability to integrate emerging technologies and methods into workflows.
- Strong skills in aligning project outputs with stakeholder needs.
To Apply for this Role
Submit your CV & Supporting Document (see below) to:
Earth Observation Technical Lead & Insights Team Lead
Dr Fang Yuan
fyuan@frontiersi.com.au
Supporting Document Requirement
As part of the application process please include a maximum of one A4 page addressing the following questions:
a. Why are you interested in working at FrontierSI?
b. What factor is most important to you when considering working for a company?
c. What skill or experience do you believe would best contribute to our team's success?
Closing Date: Friday 17 January, 2025