Lead Analyst - Elevation Derived Hydrography Program

Description

The Lead Analyst is responsible for process improvements and technical guidance of others through standardized workflows within a CFT Program in their respective domain focus, preferably elevation derived hydrograpy. The Lead Analyst will report metrics such as data velocity and quality to contribute to process improvement initiatives. The Lead Analyst will also be responsible for data processing, quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC), and deliverable creation within their domain. This position will support the Elevation Derived Hydrography Program.

Responsibilities 

• Responsible for project deliverable creation and tracking
• Input and refinement on technical process improvement & implementation
• Collaborating with Technical Domain Experts and Team Leaders on process improvement and automation of workflows and processes
• Analysis of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) 
  • Technical workflow velocity
  • Technical workflow value efficiency
• Support business development in new analytic markets, project scoping and requirements gathering
• Train others on technical workflow and methodology

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional problem solving skills and technical acumen
• Initiative and follow-through
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professionalism and experience interacting  with clients, account managers and senior leaders
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills with an ability to train others using clear communication and provided program tools
• Strong writing skills
• Successful evaluation and judgment skills
• Expert knowledge of all aspects of relevant technology and workflow including spatial statistics, modeling and programming
• Strong understanding of lidar, imagery, satellite data, forestry, land cover/land use and hydrography derivatives
• Experience working with Python, R, and Java development languages
• Experience working on AWS, Azure, or Google cloud platform
• Ability to maintain a professional and positive demeanor in times of stress

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience  
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Drive
• 2+ years’ experience in both a professional and technical environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering program
• Masters or higher 
• 3+ years’ experience in both a technical and professional environment
• Knowledge of open source software

All job offers with Quantum Spatial are contingent upon passing a background check and drug screening.

How to Apply

We realize the unacceptable lack of diversity in our industry and we refuse to ignore it. We proactively address this with our office culture and hiring practices. If you are not sure whether or not you’d be a fit, we say go ahead and apply!

Please upload a letter of interest, and resume with professional references in one (1) PDF via online application process. We do read every cover letter and will not accept applications without them, help us get to know you!

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