Software Integration Specialist (Conservation)

We are seeking a highly technical and hands-on Software Integration Specialist to support the development and deployment of conservation technology solutions.

The role focuses on building software-driven data integrations managing technology infrastructure monitoring and designing IoT-based conservation systems. The successful candidate will work at the intersection of software engineering networking IoT deployment and environmental technology translating operational data into actionable insights that support conservation efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Software & Data Integration

Develop and maintain software data pipelines using code (primarily Python).

Integrate data from multiple technology platforms into centralized systems.

Build scalable solutions for collecting processing and analysing field data.

Ensure data reliability monitoring and automation across systems.

Technology Monitoring & Infrastructure

Set up and maintain a centralised network and technology monitoring platform.

Integrate and monitor multiple technology nodes including:

o Network infrastructure

o Victron power systems

o Radio communication systems

o Garmin devices

o Other operational technology platforms

Reporting & Analytics

Create comprehensive conservation technology reports using aggregated data sources.

Analyse infrastructure performance and generate actionable operational insights.

Develop dashboards and monitoring tools where required.

IoT Design & Deployment

Design configure and deploy IoT devices for conservation use cases including:

o Water monitoring sensors

o Fuel monitoring systems

o Weather monitoring devices

o Environmental sensing technologies

Support field implementation and troubleshooting.

Project Management

Manage technology-related projects including:

o System upgrades

o Proof-of-concept initiatives

o Technology rollouts

Coordinate with internal stakeholders and field teams to ensure successful delivery.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

Education

• BSc Computer Science or BEng (Software Engineering / Electronic Engineering.
  
• Candidates with BCom or BSc Information Technology degrees may be considered provided strong software development capability is demonstrated.
  
  

Technical Skills (Must-Have)

• Strong programming ability (preferably Python).
  
• Experience building data pipelines or system integrations.
  
• Understanding of networking concepts and distributed systems.
  
• Experience integrating hardware or external data sources.
  
• Knowledge of IoT systems and device communication principles.
  
• Ability to troubleshoot technical systems in field environments.
  

Preferred Experience

• IoT deployment or embedded systems exposure.
  
• Network monitoring tools and telemetry systems.
  
• Working with power monitoring or remote infrastructure technologies.
  
• Data visualization or reporting platforms.
  
• Experience managing technical or engineering projects.
  

Personal Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
  
• Hands-on and practical approach to technology implementation.
  
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
  
• Adaptable to remote and outdoor working environments.
  
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.