Senior Python Developer at Global Land Tool Network (GLTN)

Responsibilities

• Contribute towards further development of the STDM tool and subsequent releases of new and upgraded versions
• Provide recommendations and technical support in enhancing user and technical manuals
• Provide technical support and recommendations on incorporating new innovations, add-on technical features and good practices to ensure STDM tool is at par and updated with emerging technological trends
• Design and customize STDM tool to specific applications and context in close collaboration with STDM technical team and users
• Design, implement and support the necessary training and capacity development initiatives towards the practical application of the tool particularly for GLTN country level work
• Develop, test and implement training materials, videos and presentations towards capacity development work for various audiences

Note: The above responsibilities and timing of inputs will be proportionally adjusted accordingly for part-time consultants who can only provide the services for less than four months. The minimum inputs of consultants would be two months spread over 6 months period and the maximum inputs would be four months.

Outputs/Deliverables

Progress and technical reports showing the deliverables and inputs provided by the consultant will be required. This will include commits made in STDM's GitHub repository.

Qualification

• At least three years of Python and SQL development experience is required
• Strong object-oriented and programming skills
• Experience with PostgreSQL, SpatiaLite, GeoPackage or other spatial RDBMS is required
• Familiarity with the STDM core framework is highly desirable
• Knowledge of geospatial and mapping concepts such as spatial analysis, map projections, etc. is highly recommended
• Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas, whether to technical or non-technical GLTN staff and partners is desirable
• Strong organizational skills & ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines is essential
• Ability to write technical documentation is required
• Team working ability and flexibility