About Us Urban Intelligence was established three years ago to enable evidence-based decisions in the climate and risk management space. The communities we serve, including councils, central government, iwi, and infrastructure managers, are all tasked with making critical decisions related to the risks associated with climate change. To make these decisions, the information on risks needs to be accessible, up-to-date, and based on robust geospatial analysis. The Resilience Explorer (REx), our flagship product, is an interactive, user-tailored platform for scenario testing and risk-informed decision-making. It was developed to support those decision-makers by leveraging advanced geospatial analysis and data visualisation techniques. REx helps our communities tackle climate challenges and build resilience, not just here in Aotearoa New Zealand, but worldwide. Our goal is to ensure we create a resilient world for future generations, and utilising REx's powerful geospatial capabilities is a key enabler of this objective. We have assembled a team of researchers, analysts, and developers who are committed, passionate risk professionals on a mission. Our team excels in applying cutting-edge programming and geospatial analysis techniques to complex environmental challenges. We want to make a positive impact on the world today and in the future by harnessing the power of data and technology. If you share this passion for making a difference through innovative geospatial solutions, read on. This role could be just what you are looking for. About You You will have strong geospatial analysis skills, particularly in Python, and experience in managing data using SQL. You're passionate about using technology to solve complex problems and have a proven track record of being innovative and a problem-solver extraordinaire. You will have well-developed analytical and written skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear reports. You really know how to connect with people, whether it be clients or colleagues. You will have familiarity with spatial data, infrastructure systems, and demographic analysis. Essential to this role is experience using Python and SQL for geospatial analysis and data management. We're looking for a senior professional who can lead and inspire a team. Ideally, you will have experience in leading a team of analysts or technical professionals. If not, you should have a strong desire to grow into a leadership role. As a team lead, you will be providing guidance and coaching, offering support, feedback, and advice to team members. We value diverse perspectives and experiences. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply or reach out for a discussion. We're interested in finding the right person and are open to providing additional training and support to help you succeed in this position. About the Role This role is highly technical, and your team of analysts will be seeking technical guidance from you on an ongoing basis. From a technical perspective, you will: Lead the development and implementation of geospatial analysis projects using Python and SQL. Manage geospatial data (environmental, hazards, infrastructure, and social). Understand the project's needs and show initiative whilst demonstrating creative leadership in finding solutions. Be responsible for deliverables being produced on time and to high-quality standards. Be required to review the technical outputs to ensure they meet our quality standards. Share your technical knowledge with the wider team, particularly in Python programming and geospatial analysis techniques. Work collaboratively and communicate clearly with your colleagues and clients. Foster strong client relationships, ensuring you professionally represent the company at all times. Have a high standard and keen eye for quality. From a team leadership perspective, you will: Lead a team of individuals to achieve project goals and objectives. Manage resources to ensure that projects are completed on time. Assign projects and responsibilities to team members and ensure that they have the necessary resources and support to complete them. Develop and maintain a positive team culture that promotes open communication, collaboration, and accountability. Provide guidance and coaching, by offering support, feedback and advice to team members to enable the development of skills. Set team goals, objectives, and performance metrics, and regularly assess and report on team performance. Address any performance issues. Motivate and inspire team members, recognising and celebrating their achievements, and fostering a positive and productive work environment. If this role sounds like you, but you don't tick all the boxes, no problem, please still apply. We want to hear from a broad range of people. We are prepared to invest in the extra effort to upskill you if we believe you are the right person for the role. Skills & Experience Bachelor's or post-graduate degree in Computer Science, GIS, Engineering, Geography, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years experience as a Python Developer with a focus on GIS/spatial programming and database management. Proven experience with geospatial analysis, data visualisation, and working with large datasets. Experience with leading and managing a team of analysts or highly technical people. Demonstrated ability to explore innovative technologies and approaches for problem-solving in the environmental or infrastructure sectors. An exceptional eye for detail and commitment to data quality. What we can offer We are a team of 15 people, and while not large, we enjoy the benefits of the fantastic culture that a team this size brings. Needless to say, we have a supportive and collaborative work environment - we couldn't make the magic happen without this. We offer flexible work options and a commitment to supporting you to grow and develop. Our team is diverse and vibrant. We believe that diversity breeds creativity and innovation, two things our team has in abundance. We create an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We actively seek candidates from all backgrounds to continually increase the diversity of experiences and viewpoints in our organisation. We offer opportunities for continued professional development in advanced programming techniques, geospatial analysis, and leadership skills. Our projects provide exciting challenges that will allow you to grow your technical and managerial capabilities. How to apply Please submit your cover letter and CV via Seek. In your cover letter, we want to hear about your passion for tackling climate change and sustainability challenges, geospatial analysis and programming, your approach to team leadership, and why you think you would make the ideal candidate for us. #J-18808-Ljbffr
