Overview

Posted
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Compensation
Not specified
Job Type
Full-Time
Remote Status
On-site
Location
Colombo, LK
Education Level
Bachelor's Degree
Seniority
Leadership: 10+ Years
Category
Geospatial Software & Data Engineering
Skills
GDAL Python AWS Typescript Docker SQL STAC Django CI/CD FastAPI Google Earth Engine

IWMI seeks a technology leader to design and deliver geospatial software platforms, digital twin systems, and data-driven applications. The role encompasses developing product strategies, managing full lifecycle implementation of decision-support systems, and maintaining digital infrastructure while ensuring security and scalability.

Key responsibilities

  • design geospatial solutions and digital twin ecosystems translating research into operational systems;
  • develop product roadmaps informed by user needs and research priorities;
  • lead cross-functional collaboration to standardize IT processes and align solutions with institutional architecture;
  • provide training to strengthen team adoption and reduce dependency on individuals;
  • and monitor performance indicators to ensure timely, quality delivery.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), advanced IT experience with platform management and project leadership, and a software engineering background preferably in digital agriculture tools. High proficiency in TypeScript (ES6+), Python, and SQL; expertise in backend frameworks like FastAPI and Django using REST/GraphQL; cloud expertise including AWS services, containerization with Docker, and CI/CD workflows; and geospatial processing skills with tools such as Google Earth Engine, GDAL, STAC, and COG.

Based in Colombo, Sri Lanka (on-site, with possible remote consideration).

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