Job Opportunity: Senior Software Engineer & Designer
Employee type: Full time, Permanent
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Compensation: $117,000 to $131,000 annually
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Design and develop software architecture and processing pipeline components for forestry LiDAR data, including systems built in Python, Rust, and JavaScript
- Lead the design of scalable, maintainable data processing workflows for large-volume point cloud and natural resource datasets
- Perform data analysis and develop statistical models for R&D projects related to LiDAR point cloud processing and other natural resource datasets
- Evaluate emerging methodologies and advance the current state of the science in LiDAR-based natural resource assessments
- Contribute to the preparation, authorship, and peer review of scientific and technical publications in remote sensing and related disciplines
- Conduct code reviews and maintain code quality standards across the analytics and GTC teams
- Work collaboratively with forestry specialists, data scientists, and project managers to integrate software solutions into operational workflows
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members on software development best practices and analytical methods
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Forsite welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is looking for the right person to join our team. If you don't meet every requirement but bring relevant skills, experience and a great attitude, we encourage you to apply!
Must have:
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Geomatics, Remote Sensing, Applied Mathematics, Forestry, or a closely related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in software development and system design, with advanced proficiency in Python and at least one compiled language (Rust, C++, or equivalent)
- Demonstrated experience in statistical modelling and quantitative data analysis applied to large, complex spatial or point cloud datasets
- Experience with LiDAR data processing, remote sensing analysis, or natural resource data pipelines
- Track record of authorship or substantive contribution to peer-reviewed or professional technical publications
- Experience conducting code reviews in a collaborative development environment
- Proficiency with version control systems (Git)
Nice to have:
- Experience with forestry inventory methods, airborne LiDAR acquisition, or related natural resource remote sensing applications
- Familiarity with point cloud libraries and geospatial data formats (e.g., LAS/LAZ, GeoTIFF, Shapefile)
- Experience with high-performance or distributed computing environments
- Experience in an applied research or industry-academia collaborative setting
WHO YOU ARE
- A team player who enjoys working collaboratively and contributes to a positive team environment; reliable and accountable
- A problem solver who thinks critically and proactively finds solutions; can initiate and lead new ideas and follow them through
- A good decision maker who exercises sound judgment in dynamic situations
- A strong communicator, both written and verbal (and technical writing would be great)
- Quality-driven - pays attention to detail and takes pride in delivering high quality work
- Someone who can work independently under limited direct supervision as well as in a dynamic team environment
- Adaptable and resilient - you thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift; comfortable working on multiple projects at once and can adjust to changing demands
- Professional, friendly and respectful and committed to excellent service
WHAT WE PROVIDE
We offer a flexible and rewarding work environment, including:
- Competitive wages
- Work-life flexibility
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Professional development support
- Company matched pension program
