Geospatial Data Developer

nxzen; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

nxzen is seeking a talented data science professional to join the Digital Reality team in Brisbane. The role focuses on developing advanced analytical, modelling and mathematical solutions for remote sensing, spatial and big data datasets.

You will design and implement machine learning and AI algorithms to support data processing, modelling and analysis, and work with the business team to deliver data-driven digital solutions that create commercial value.

Qualifications

• Experience developing innovative techniques and solutions to complex mathematical and technical problems.
• Experience applying or developing machine learning, artificial intelligence, image processing, and/or signal processing algorithms.
• Strong understanding of current trends in AI, machine learning, big data, analytics, and technology development.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Apply robust mathematical and statistical methods to process, analyse and interpret remote sensing, spatial, and other structured/unstructured data.
• Apply and develop a range of algorithms and techniques to support the development of commercial solutions.
• Identify and implement opportunities to extract commercial value from data or extend client value.
• Process, cleanse and verify the integrity of data used for analysis and business insights.
• Provide technical input and advice to solution engineering and architecture.
• Understand complex data structures and relationships and their alignment with the technical challenges, solution architecture and business strategy.

Skills

Innovative techniques

Machine learning/AI

Image processing

Communication skills

Tools

Linux

Git

Job description

nxzen is a global technology, consulting, and engineering partner supporting the energy, utilities, and national infrastructure sectors. We help organisations optimise performance, digitise operations, and build safer, smarter, and more resilient systems by combining deep domain expertise with innovative technology.

Our work spans the full infrastructure lifecycle, partnering with clients to deliver practical, outcome-driven solutions across operations, transformation, digital platforms, and engineering. Through our specialist teams and Centres of Excellence, we support the delivery of future-ready infrastructure that enhances efficiency, resilience, and long-term sustainability.

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About the ROLE

• Location: Brisbane
• Permanent Full-time Role

nxzen collects high-density aerial LIDAR data covering the whole of Tasmania, greater Sydney, large parts of remote NSW and potentially other areas. You will be part of nxzen’s Digital Reality team who are tasked with collecting the data, building a digital twin, and extracting high value information from the dataset. You will be responsible for providing advanced analytical, modelling and mathematical support for developing technical solutions.

You will be required to develop and implement machine learning and artificial intelligence algorithms, to support the processing, modelling, and analysis of remote sensing, spatial and big data datasets. You will also be required to work with the business team to support the design and development of data driven digital solutions.

Key responsibilities:

• Apply robust mathematical and statistical methods to process, analyse and interpret remote sensing, spatial, and other structured/unstructured data.
• Apply and develop a range of algorithms and techniques to support the development of commercial solutions.
• Identifying and implementing opportunities to extract commercial value from data or extend client value.
• Processing, cleansing and verifying the integrity of data used for analysis and business insights.
• Provide technical input and advice to solution engineering and architecture.
• Understand complex data structures and relationships and their alignment with the technical challenges, solution architecture and business strategy.

About YOU

We welcome applications from graduate through to senior-level candidates. Your level of experience will be considered when assessing your skills and experience against the criteria below.

What you’ll bring

• Experience developing innovative techniques and solutions to complex mathematical and technical problems.
• Experience applying or developing machine learning, artificial intelligence, image processing, and/or signal processing algorithms.
• An understanding of current trends in AI, machine learning, big data, analytics, and technology development.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts and ideas clearly.

Experience in any of the following areas would be an advantage:

• Flight planning experience.
• Experience with power distribution or forestry industries.
• Experience with geospatial applications preferably involving lidar and imagery.
• Demonstrated experience with processing, analysing and modelling remote sensing and spatial data.
• Experience with Geodesy.
• Construction of geometric models/extraction of information from point cloud and imagery.
• Familiarity with Linux systems.
• Familiarity with good programming practises eg. code reviews, git.
• Research and development (R&D).