Data and Web Developer – Green Campus Initiative

About the position 

The Green Campus Initiative is currently seeking a professional in the field of Data Engineering and Web Development. In this role, the candidate will be responsible for leveraging data science techniques and web development skills to create data-driven web applications and solutions. This includes managing data analysis, machine learning, and web development to design, build, and maintain interactive web platforms that provide
valuable insights and user-friendly experiences.
The position will be based in the operations center of the Americas, located in the Campus of Palmira, Colombia.

Responsibilities 


Perform extract, transform, and load (ETL) operations to transfer data from various source systems into a data warehouse. This involves creating and maintaining ETL pipelines to ensure data accuracy and consistency while implementing data validation and error-handling processes.
Use tools like Power BI to craft engaging data visualizations.
Design and develop interactive web applications and user interfaces with a focus on responsiveness
and visual appeal. Employ front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create user- friendly experiences. These applications als integrate with back-end systems and databases for data retrieval and storage and can connect to both external and internally developed APIs for data retrieval
and integration.
Maintain documentation detailing data sources, methodologies, and code. Additionally, provide end- users with documentation on how to use the web applications effectively.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, designers, and backend developers,
to deliver holistic solutions. Gather and incorporate feedback from stakeholders to refine and improve web applications.
Stay updated on the latest advancements in data science and web development technologies.

Requirements
Qualifications and requirements


Bachelor's degree in computer science, data engineering, systems engineering, software engineering, or related fields. 
Specialization, or training courses in data, computer science, or similar.
Proven experience in data analysis, Business intelligence, and web development.
Knowledge of programming languages like Python, JAVA, JavaScript, and SQL.
Experience in Power BI, data warehousing, ETL processes, and database management.
Frontend development skills, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, with experience in frameworks like React or Angular.
Familiarity with backend development technologies and databases.
Intermediate English level (oral and written).


Competences 


Excellent problem-solving skills and effective communication.
Attention to detail and proper work planning.
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits
Terms of employment  
 
This is a national recruited position placed at a BG07, on a scale of 14 levels, with level 14 being the highest.  This is a Colombian national search and will be managed through a fixed-term contract of a one (1) year period, subject to a probation period according to the local legislation and is renewable depending on performance and availability of resources. The Alliance Bioversity-CIAT offers a multicultural, collegial research environment
with competitive salaries and excellent benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer, and strive for gender, diversity, and inclusion in our staff, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic. 


Applications 




Applicants are invited to send a detailed curriculum vitae, including references knowledgeable about the candidate's professional qualifications and work experience. All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Office, at ( M.chavarriaga@cgiar.org ) and clearly indicate: \" Application: Data and Web Developer - Green Campus Initiative --\".
Closing date for applications: November 22nd, 2023 
We invite you to learn more about us at:
Carreras | Alliance Bioversity International - CIAT (alliancebioversityciat.org)