Data Scientist

Job Description

The Opportunity

We are seeking a talented Data Scientist to join our established and dynamic team, where growth opportunities abound. As an integral member, you'll delve into hands-on development and improvement of AWS cloud platforms. Here's what you'll do: 

• Improve and extend our scalable cloud platform while facilitating the storage, processing and retrieval of data such as point clouds and imagery at the petabyte scale; 
• Work alongside our data scientists to deploy algorithms and machine learning at scale;
• Engage key technical stakeholders to build requirements for future development;
• Maintain the integrity and high availability of our platform and cloud services. 

Who are we

We are Fugro, the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, focused on mapping, modeling and monitoring data about the earth’s surface and the structures built upon it. With clients spanning land, sea, and space, our respected reputation is grounded in valuing our employees as our greatest asset, a steadfast commitment to delivery excellence, and an innovative approach that leverages cutting-edge technology to solve our clients' challenges.

This role forms part of our R&D team, part of our Innovation department with a strong focus on automating complex spatial data analysis workflows, and providing information to clients via intuitive web-based interfaces. Real world data (LIDAR point clouds, imagery, sonar scan and multi-beam) is captured remotely by vessels, autonomous underwater vehicles, planes or helicopters. Data are uploaded to AWS and distilled to provide clients insights via the use of modern machine learning, scalable cloud computing, and 3D visualisation approaches.  
 

How we work

We embrace a modern and collaborative work culture, where everyone feels comfortable to be themselves; all voices heard, all cultures respected.

Fugro is committed to helping our employees move towards their full potential, through alignment, autonomy, and personal accountability, in a supportive, information sharing work environment.  While we support remote work, we also value face-to-face interactions, whiteboard discussions and sharing a meal together.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will need to: 

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field;

• Creative and critical thinker with excellent communication abilities; 

• Knowledge of and practical experience with applying advanced machine learning techniques (ideally in a production environment); 

• Robust statistical skills and a passion for learning and improving skills;

• Sound understanding of software engineering and proficiency with one or more technical computing languages such as Julia, Python, MATLAB, R, Haskell.

Extra things we value:

• Have 1-3 years’ experience writing software in a commercial or research environment;
• Solid experience in numerical simulation/high-performance computing/parallelisation
• Experience developing in a cloud computing environment (AWS preferred) and signal processing; 
• Proficiency in one or more of the following languages C++, C#, Java, JS, Typescript;
• Exposure to LiDAR, point clouds, imagery, geodesy and/or positioning systems;
• A Master’s or PhD in a technical field such as Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science/Engineering, or alternatively equivalent research experience in the industry.

Fugro offers

• Enjoy flexible working hours, including hybrid work-from-home options, to support your work-life balance and personal commitments
• Be rewarded with competitive compensation and annual salary reviews
• Feel the security that our salary continuance insurance provides in case of unforeseen circumstances
• Our global career framework and Fugro academy provides pathways to support your growth and career progression
• Our inclusive, information sharing culture means that colleagues happily share knowledge, setting each other and our teams up for success
• Be part of a diverse, friendly and supportive environment, where you can feel free to be yourself
• Our modern office is close to the South Bank train station and Cultural Center busway station, also served by the CityGlider bus service
• Enjoy the ability to be fully present with your family upon the arrival of a new child, with our 12 week Parental Leave policy
• Progressive company with industry new and cutting-edge technology

How to apply

Please ensure your CV is up to date, with relevant information clear and succinct and follow the application prompts. 

Candidates will be asked to provide evidence of Australian working rights to be considered for this position (visa sponsorship is not offered).

Fugro reserves the right to close this advert at any time.

Applications or interest via recruitment agencies will not be accepted at this time.

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.