Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, CA, V5Y 1K8
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About the Role - InSAR Analyst II (Mount Pleasant / Vancouver BC)
Orica / 3vGeomatics is seeking for an individual with two to five years of experience of InSAR analysis, including experience with different processing methods, the use of advanced algorithms, and a variety of InSAR applications. Strong communication skills are also an important asset, as the role includes client-facing support, project management and proposal writing.
3v Geomatics (3vG) provides a rare opportunity to be at the forefront of an emergent technology. We believe in developing everyone’s potential in a fun, passionate, and proactive environment that promotes open communication and a healthy work/life balance. We’re looking for a candidate to be a significant part of future growth because we believe the foundation of 3vG’s success is our employees. 3v Geomatics Inc. (3vG) is looking to grow our Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar (InSAR) operations team.
3v Geomatics (www.3vGeomatics.com) is a fast-growing tech company based in Vancouver, British Columbia. 3vG uses remotely sensed radar data to detect and measure changes on the Earth's surface. Using mainly in-house software and processing algorithms, 3vG monitors infrastructure and ground displacement with high precision and reliability using satellite-based Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar (InSAR). We strive to use our products to make a positive impact on people around the world.
Our applications are diverse and include monitoring landslides, mining activity, pipeline integrity, and permafrost degradation. Using satellite data, we are able to measure millimetre-scale displacement from the thermal expansion of bridges, sinking dykes, and uplifting oil reservoirs. We are constantly updating and refining our image processing tools, analysis techniques, and products. 3vG places an emphasis on processing precision, speed and having a robust technical solution to extract the most relevant information from every dataset.
We need the best people to implement and improve our technology. Each of our applications has unique issues, and we require all of our staff to have strong problem-solving skills.
Language skills are considered an excellent bonus, especially native Portuguese and/or Spanish.
As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.
You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.
(Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)
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