Job Description
Pretoria/Centurion – Gauteng – South Africa, Johannesburg – Gauteng – South Africa
- Assist in building ground-breaking GIS capabilities and helping build up a team of GIS Specialists over the coming years.
- Assess which satellite imagery or remote sensing data is most applicable and cost-effective for the business purposes.
- Use farmer data to develop / improve various tools which aid carbon projects and data collection processes. These include the following potential tools that can be developed with time:
- Cover crop biomass determination
- Grassland biomass production determination
- Cash crop identification tool
- Tillage intensity tool
- Automated field delineations or removal of non-cultivated areas
- from polygons
- Automated field history determinations (e.g. conversions from
- forestry to cultivation or grassland to cultivation, etc.)
- Field stratification
- Support Carbon Model Developers to develop tools/data feeding into digital soil mapping carbon models.
- With time, building tools which add value to farmers operations.
- A suitable Degree GIS / Geo-Informatics, Environmental Sciences, Agriculture, or other relevant qualifications.
- Have >10 years experience in a relevant line of work.
- Have some experience in coding (such as Python) and am proficient in coding in R.
- Cleaning, interpreting and managing remote sensing databases.
- Experience in open-source GIS databases / coding.
- Understand agricultural systems and enjoy adding value to farmers.
- Have membership with SAGC or a similar organisation.
- Technically strong in Statistics and Data Analysis.
- Energetic, am looking for a new challenge and am eager to learn new skills.
- Communicate well with people and am able to work independently, staying focused on an agreed strategy / goal.
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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