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Title | Creative Software Engineer (Full-Time / 12 Months Fixed-Term Contract) |
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About Us:With global biodiversity in rapid decline and a growing number of species on the brink of extinction, advances in technology are becoming ever more important in helping conservationists address big challenges. ZSL has established a growing Conservation Technology Unit (CTU) currently consisting of seven people. The team is working with a range of expert technology companies and universities to develop innovative solutions to address conservation challenges around the world.
As the Creative Software Engineer, your role will span writing software to power our IoT platform for conservation, creating APIs to integrate new services, deploying code to cloud-based services and working with embedded systems. We use the phrase “Creative Engineer” as we're looking for someone who is as comfortable participating in ideation workshops, as they are building out the technology components. You’ll research and develop technical solutions, collaborating broadly on wider incubation efforts and enjoy working with Raspberry Pi’s, Arduinos and similar prototyping platforms. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fun and talented team with start-up mentality, which will provide opportunities to define and drive forward your own projects.
You’ll work in close collaboration with CTU’s Project Managers, Technical Field Specialist and Scientists, as well as working alongside technical partners such as: Cambridge Consultants, Google, Nominet’s R&D team and key universities. The role will be based in ZSL London Zoo Regents Park, with travel to partner offices and international field sites, reporting directly to the Conservation Technology Lead.
This exciting role will work to advance ZSl's products:
References for information on some of our projects and partners:
Role Profile:As a member of the Conservation Technology Unit (CTU) you must be inspired by technology and inspire others in the development of innovative technical solutions to solve big problems.
You will have specialist expertise in the development and management of technical solutions, including background experience in software development (specifics outlined below). A broader knowledge of, and interest in sensor prototyping platforms is advantageous. You will provide consultancy on best practice and support ZSL’s programme managers and partner organisations in the selection and development of appropriate technologies. We actively encourage R&D to address the needs of our field teams and partners. Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Person Specification:Core skills required: The following core skills are required
Desirable skills/experience: The following skills are desirable but not essential:
For a full job description please click here. To Apply:Applicants will need to upload their CV and covering letter (detailing relevant experience and skills, stating why they want the position including details of availability) and can do this by clicking the "Apply for this job online" button. If you have any queries regarding these positions or when applying through the system please contact Human Resources at hr@zsl.org.
Closing date for applications: Midnight Friday 28th April 2017 The Zoological Society of London is a charity registered in England and Wales: no. 208728. |