SOFTWARE DEVELOPER (SPACE & EARTH OBSERVATION)

Position Description.
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Software Developer to join our dynamic Space & Earth Observation team.
In this role, you will collaborate with international partners on a variety of exciting projects for European Space Agency.
These projects span a range of areas, including satellite data processing (optical and radar imagery), the development of applications leveraging the uptake both space and non-space data, and the creation of software for diverse architectures and platforms.
As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge work in the Space and Geo domain and join the largest and successful space software development team in Estonia.
The ideal candidate will have strong background in Python and C/C++ and solid understanding of the technologies outlined below.
The position requires excellent problem-solving and teamwork abilities, as well as a passion for advancing space-related innovations.
Your future responsibilities.
• Designing, developing and maintaining high quality software applications using Python, C/C++, and other relevant programming languages as required.
• Performing thorough testing of your code, ensuring functionality, performance, and resolving any identified issues or bugs.
• Effectively communicating progress, results, and challenges in daily meetings with consortium partners and end customer.
• Producing comprehensive and clear documentation for all development work, ensuring traceability and knowledge sharing.
Required qualifications.
• Professional Experience.
4+ years of experience in software development.
We welcome individuals who have diverse programming backgrounds and are eager to grow their skills in this domain.
• Technical Proficiency.
Strong Python and C/C++ development skills are highly valued.
Experience with similar languages or a willingness to learn is also appreciated.
• Foundational Knowledge.
A solid understanding of technologies relevant to software development and a passion for continuous learning.
• Collaboration and Problem-Solving.
Excellent teamwork and critical thinking skills to address complex challenges effectively.
• Communication.
A good level of spoken and written English to support collaboration across teams.
• Development Practices.
Familiarity with Agile principles and tools, or an interest in learning and applying them.
• Bonus Skills.
Hands-on experience with Unix/Linux CLI, Jupyter Notebooks, ESA SNAP, QGIS, Google Earth Engine or any other geospatial processing tools, also knowledge of Electronics and Mechanics is a plus but not mandatory.
• Passion for the Domain.
A keen interest in the Space and Geospatial domains, with a curiosity to explore and contribute to innovative solutions.
We value our employees.
• Our employee satisfaction is high - The average length of service is 5,1 years.
• We take care of our employees’ health - We offer additional health insurance, and we support sports opportunities.
• We offer employees the opportunity to be CGI shareholders - Our employees can join our stock program from the first day of work.
• We value work-life balance - We offer flexible working hours, remote work possibility and additional vacation days.
What you can expect from us.
Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging.
Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life.
That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees.
We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value.
You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last.
You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.