Job Description
Join TLG as a Senior Software Engineer to build a global platform revolutionizing land valuation and use through geospatial data and AI, contributing to climate and biodiversity goals.
Key Information
- Location Model: N/A (Remote-first culture implied by "Flexibility and Autonomy")
- Location Details: Global (No specific location or timezone constraints mentioned)
- Salary Range: Market based compensation
- Years Experience Min: 5+ years
- Employment Type: Permanent (Implied by "more than a job" and career growth)
- Company Industry: Environmental / Sustainability / Technology
- Visa Sponsorship: N/A
- Relocation Assistance: N/A
- Working Hours: Flexible schedule (Implied by "Flexibility and Autonomy")
Technical Stack
- Core (Must-Have):
- Python
- Django
- Django REST Framework
- Git
- Jira
- Confluence
- CI/CD concepts
- Containers (Docker)
- Nice-to-Have:
- Geospatial data systems
- Machine Learning concepts (for satellite imaging, carbon footprint, biodiversity)
- Metagenomics data
- Open supply chain data
- Digital twins
- Tokenization concepts
Role & Responsibilities
- Key Responsibilities:
- Design and build functionality for a global technology platform.
- Implement and connect APIs, algorithms, and tools.
- Contribute to agile planning (work breakdown, estimation, milestones).
- Make decisions on non-functional requirements and Tech stack.
- Work with and implement systems for geospatial data.
- Conduct analysis and troubleshooting across the stack.
- Collaborate with internal and external teams.
- Must-Have Qualifications:
- 5+ years of practical Software Engineering experience.
- Advanced knowledge of Python, Django, Django REST Framework.
- Experience with Git, Jira, Confluence.
- Experience with CI/CD and Docker.
- Experience with agile methodologies.
- Strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
- Good communication skills in English.
- Nice-to-Have Qualifications:
- Experience with geospatial data systems.
- Experience with machine learning or related data types (metagenomics, supply chain).
- Experience with digital twins or tokenization.
Company & Culture
- Benefits Highlights:
- Fast growth potential and ability to shape the future.
- Peer recognition.
- Clear career growth paths.
- Market-based compensation.
- Latest equipment.
- Flexibility and autonomy.
- Commitment to equal opportunities.
- Potential Red Flags / Things to Note:
- "Market based compensation" lacks a specific range.
- "Moonshot project" and "Fast growth" could imply a demanding environment, though "Flexibility and Autonomy" is also highlighted.
- Company Culture Snippets:
- Strong focus on enabling and empowering team members.
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Emphasis on a positive environment for development and growth.
Job description The Landbanking Group (TLG) has been initiated as a moonshot project to revolutionise the way land is being valued and used by land stewards at a moment where ecosystem services are critical prerequisites for equitable, resilient and climate compatible prosperity and peace. TLG is committed to the SDGs, the Paris Climate Agreement and the biodiversity targets of the High Ambition Coalition. It is a private, social-benefit company that brings together leading scientists, company builders, technology experts and investors. Our mission is to completely transform the way we use land in these unprecedented times of accelerating climate change, mass extinction and social divide. TLG will integrate various geospatial data sources and make use of the latest machine learning models for satellite imaging, carbon footprint and biodiversity analysis. Furthermore, metagenomics, open supply chain, and other relevant data enables us to develop digital twins of land plots, assess ecosystem quality, verify proof of impact and tokenize the claims so that they can be traded or bundled into tradable assets. TLG is now looking for a passionate Software Engineer to join our ambitious, cross-functional teams and help build a global-level technology platform. As a Software Engineer, together with your team, you will be responsible for implementing and connecting the APIs, algorithms and tools necessary for our goals. Your tasks Design and build functionality for our Global-level technology platform Contribute to agile planning practices by defining work breakdown, estimating task complexity and duration and setting milestones Take decisions on non-functional requirements (availability, scale, speed, horizontal scalability) and Tech stack Work with and implement systems for geospatial data Conduct analysis and troubleshooting of incidents across the whole stack Proactively collaborate with different internal and external teams for integrations and knowledge sharing Job requirements 5+ years of practical experience as a Software Engineer, shipping large scale software or web applications Advanced knowledge of Python, Django and Django REST Framework, as well as common engineering tools like Git, Jira, and Confluence Experience with concepts such as CI/CD, containers (Docker) and related tools Experience in agile methodologies like Scrum or Kanban You take ownership of your work, have a deep sense of responsibility, and keep yourself and your team accountable for the expected results Good communication skills in English - German proficiency is not mandatory What's in it for you? Our culture strongly focuses on enabling and empowering team members so they can develop and grow in a positive environment. We offer more than a job : Fast growth and the possibility to shape the future of The Landbanking Group Peer recognition. Clear career growth and Market based compensation. Latest Equipment Flexibility and Autonomy TLG welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you feel this does perfectly describe you or at least to some relevant extent, we would be delighted to receive your application along with a cover letter. All done! Your application has been successfully submitted! Other jobs
Job Details
Location
Remote / Cape Town, South Africa
Key Skills
Software EngineeringDockerPythonCi/cdGitDjangoAgile MethodologiesJiraConfluenceDjango Rest Framework