Electronic Engineer - Wildlife Conservation

Network Engineering; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Engineering is seeking an engineer to join a dynamic team focused on conservation through technology. The role involves expanding a surveying software platform that processes aerial survey data using deep learning classifiers, with emphasis on React, JavaScript, and C++ development and AWS/database integration.

The successful candidate will contribute to building scalable, reliable software and work collaboratively to address environmental challenges through innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in coding with React, JavaScript, and C++.
• Experience with AWS services and distributed databases.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• A passion for conservation and the application of technology to address environmental challenges.

Responsibilities

• Expand the surveying software to handle diverse aerial survey data.
• Code in React, JavaScript, and C++ as part of the platform development.
• Work with AWS and distributed databases to scale data processing.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver reliable software solutions.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering

Tools

React

JavaScript

C++

AWS

Distributed databases

VHDL

Job description

Job & Company Description

My client is a dynamic and innovative company committed to conservation efforts through cutting-edge technology. Their survey system is a pioneering platform designed to process and analyze aerial survey data. It utilizes state-of-the-art deep learning classifiers to identify animals in aerial images, enabling the generation of accurate statistical population estimates based on sightings. As they expand the capabilities of the platform to handle diverse aerial survey data, they are seeking a passionate and skilled Engineer to join their team.

Duties & Responsibilities

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in coding with React, JavaScript, and C++.
• Experience with AWS services and distributed databases.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• A passion for conservation and the application of technology to address environmental challenges.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• Previous experience with machine learning, embedded software development, or VHDL.
• Familiarity with geospatial data processing.
• The primary focus will be on expanding the scope of the surveying software to accommodate various types of aerial survey data.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for coding in React, JavaScript, and C++, while also working with AWS and distributed databases.

Apply now!

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles/positions.

For more information contact:
Marzaan van der Bank