Full time
$117,806 to $129,148 per annum plus 15.4% super
The Australian Institute of Marine Science is Australia's tropical marine research agency.
We are a trusted advisor, a partner and employer of choice, and we value integrity, innovation, collaboration and respect. AIMS' research of Australia's tropical marine ecosystems guides their effective environmental management and contributes to our understanding of similar ecosystems around the world.
Our research seeks to deliver practical benefit to all Australians and supports the sustainable use of our tropical marine estate. Governments, reef managers, industry and the wider community look to our high-quality, long-term research for informed decisions about our iconic Great Barrier Reef, North-West Shelf, and Arafura and Timor Seas. AIMS expert teams at our locations in Townsville, Darwin and Perth have access to world-class infrastructure, unique datasets, cutting-edge laboratories, and a fleet of modern research vessels.
About this exciting opportunity
As our Joint Field Management Program (JFMP) Data Programmer you will be a valued member of the Technology Transformation Engineering team and be responsible for the systems engineering activities for the design, production, test and support of the JMFP data workflows and incorporation of these into the ReefCloud data analysis system.
You will significantly contribute to the development of data processing workflows from data capture on device, through onboard artificial intelligence algorithms to cloud based data visualisation tools (ReefCloud) with an overall goal to develop robust and mature survey platforms, including underwater towed and surface mounted systems. The role will see you work with our clients to deliver data, via workflows, to a range of information and knowledge systems including cloud-based dashboards, data visualisation, and reporting tools.
About you
You will hold a Tertiary qualification in computer science, computer programming or equivalent demonstrated work experience coupled with considerable experience with Python-3 or Java / Kotlin. As a Data programmer you will be experienced with App development (preference for Android based platforms) and embedded computer systems running Linux along with previous exposure to: Git version control, agile methodologies, database design and project management systems such as Jira.
You will be familiar with cloud-based computing platforms, such as AWS and Azure, will have experience interacting with these via API calls, and experience in creating scalable web applications that ingest and use JSON formatted data including development of data dashboards (such as Microsoft Power BI) and reporting tools.
You will have a proven ability to solve problems independently and under limited supervision within a small team and experience working within multi-discipline small technical teams to meet performance, cost and schedule obligations and maintaining awareness of technology trends.
Apply now and join a world leading organisation with attractive working conditions. In line with our Enterprise Agreement, the successful candidate will be rewarded with:
AIMS AOF Level 5 salary ($117,806 to $129,148 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation Full-time, 2.5 year Temporary (Labour hire) opportunity Located in Townsville (Qld) 9-day fortnight, enjoy a long weekend each fortnight Flexible Work Arrangements considered including hybrid working (where suitable) Generous and supportive leave entitlements Access to Commuter car fleet arrangements to travel to site (in Townsville only) Non-Australian Citizens must hold an appropriate Visa with working entitlements that allows paid employment with AIMS from commencement and for the full term of the appointment, depending on the relevant Department of Home Affairs current policies.
Next Step
Further information about this exciting and challenging opportunity is outlined in the Candidate Information Pack which is available to download from our website If, after reviewing the position description and selection criteria included in the Candidate Information Pack, you believe that your qualifications, experience and professional capabilities will enable you to successfully deliver the position responsibilities, we encourage you to make an application via our website.
Submitting your Application: Please ensure that you have your completed documents (selection criteria responses, resume and cover letter) ready to attach to your online application form via our e-recruitment system which can be accessed via our website
Position enquiries are to be directed to Scott Bainbridge, Data Automation Technology and Imaging Specialist at Applications must be made through our website per above.
AIMS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia's first scientists. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and future, and the custodians of the land and sea Country on which we work.
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