Land Earth Observation Data Exploitation Specialist

Job Introduction At Serco, we strive to promote and enable the diversity, development, wellbeing and safety of our people. We understand that healthier, happier employees go hand-in-hand with strong business performance, enhanced productivity and better outcomes for those we serve. We want everybody who works for Serco to have a positive experience and access to opportunities to develop in their chosen careers. Dedicated to the European Space Agency’s Earth-observing activities, ESA-ESRIN is the European centre of excellence for exploitation of Earth observation missions. The mission and payload operations of ESA's Earth observation satellites are managed here, and ESRIN is the primary source for the acquisition, distribution, and exploitation of data from these and other non-ESA satellites. Serco Italy has a long history of providing Earth Observation operations, maintenance and front-end services to ESA. To provide continual service improvement, Serco has recently introduced a special focus on evolution and innovation, with the aim of supporting ESA in further evolving the services and products. Does working in a Serco environment sound appealing to you? We would love to hear from you and your interest in the new opportunity of Land Earth Observation Data Exploitation Specialist in Frascati Main Responsibilities Are you looking to secure a career in a public sector environment? We would love to hear from you As Land Earth Observation Data Exploitation Specialis you will be responsible for: - Support ESA Technical Officers in the different phases of data exploitation projects. - Generation of scientific and technical notes whenever needed during the relevant project phases. - Participation to project meetings and reviews. - Support the review of technical deliverables from projects. - Follow related software algorithms development as well as toolboxes, test them and report on development. - Provide support to the organisation and running of scientific workshops, user consultation meetings and training courses In return, we offer a friendly, supportive and professional environment that respects your work/life balance and ultimately contributes to the delivery of public services in Italy and around the world. Your skills: Other skills: - Scientific programming (e.g. Python, Matlab, C, C++, IDL). - Experience in data processing within a cloud environment, Artificial Intelligence methods, modelling. - Experience in sentinel data processing using ESA sentinel toolboxes. - Good technical and analytical skills. - Good documentation writing skills. - Good knowledge of Land scientific community and key international scientific programmes. - Ability to manage several tasks in parallel and to prioritise. - Capability to work in a team. - Pro-active approach to problem identification and resolution. - Fluent English (written and spoken). - French speaking and experience with SAR remote sensing would be appreciated._Important:_ - Any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing documents to verify your identity and employment eligibility, as required by law._ - Applicants are reminded that they will be requested to produce such documentation during the recruitment process._ - Please contact a member of the recruitment team if you require further details of acceptable types of documentation required for verification of identity and work authorization._ _Data Protection:_ - When creating a profile on the Serco Career Centre you agreed to the Data Protection policy, a copy is available upon request.You may submit a written request revoking your consent to this agreement at any time._ About The Company Why should you join Serco ? At Serco not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play. - Meaningful and vital work_ - You’ll contribute to methodologically intercepting challenges whilst achievements will also be recognised and celebrated. - A world of opportunity_ - You’ll be wholeheartedly supported with development and career progression - Great people_ - You’ll become an integral member of a well-defined and supportive team who believe passionately in the value of our work. What we offer - Chance to contribute to innovation in the public services sector - A company passionate about diversity and inclusion - Permanent employment with comprehensive Serco Benefits package. About Serco At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play when managing complex public services. We are a team of 60,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world, we are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone. Apply Serco is a Disability Confident Employer committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be give