Information Technology Developer (various profiles)

Organizational Setting The Digital FAO and Agro-informatics (CSI) is responsible for all IT activities within the Organization. CSI performs on behalf of the Organization the following critical roles: defining FAO IT policies and providing strategic advice on IT architecture and standards, governance, policy and operational matters while monitoring organizational compliance; defining the mechanisms for managing FAO's information and data; protecting FAO's information assets and ensuring confidentiality, integrity and availability; ensuring provision of IT services that are core for the Organization's global operations and supporting the information and business processes; coordinating organization-wide IT activities to reduce duplication and fragmentation and to increase integration of information data, systems and platforms, mobilizing IT resources from across the Organization. The Agro-informatics unit combines information technology with agricultural data management, analysis, and application to fight poverty and hunger through better production, better nutrients, a better environment, and better livelihood.  Reporting Lines Depending on the role assigned, the incumbent will report to the Information Technology Officer, Competency Centre Lead or Project Lead.  Technical Focus  The incumbent will participate in an agile software development team or technical competency centre, building high-quality and effective software products and services that deliver solutions to help FAO accomplish its Mission. They will contribute to application development with a focus on creating solutions using cutting-edge technologies and mainstreaming their adoption, serving in one of the following roles:     • UX/UI Designer  • Web/Mobile/Frontend Developer  • Backend Developer  • Data Visualisation Specialist  • Data Engineer  • Data Scientist • Software Engineer   • Cloud DevSecOps Engineer  • Artificial Intelligence Specialist  • GIS Specialist Tasks and responsibilities UX/UI Designer  • Conduct user research to create intuitive and visually appealing interfaces.  • Design wireframes, prototypes, and final UI elements, ensuring a seamless user experience.  • Collaborate with developers for implementation and iterate based on feedback. Web/Mobile/Frontend Developer  • Develop responsive and user-friendly applications using front-end frameworks.  • Collaborate closely with backend developers and designers to ensure web or mobile applications work smoothly across different devices and platforms.  Backend Developer  • Database management and API integration to ensure the functionality of applications.  • Ensure efficient and secure data processing.  Data Visualisation Specialist  • Transform complex data sets into clear, actionable visual formats such as charts, graphs, and dashboards utilizing tools like Tableau, or Power BI.   Data Engineer   • Design, build, and maintain the data collection, storage, and processing infrastructure.  • Ensure data pipelines are efficient, scalable, and reliable, preparing data for analytical and machine learning purposes.  Data Scientist   • Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets from various sources. Develop and implement statistical models and machine learning algorithms.  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and solve business problems. Software Engineer   • Develop and maintain software systems to ensure efficient and scalable solutions.  • Write code, collaborate with teams to build new features, and solve technical issues to deliver reliable software. Cloud DevSecOps Engineer  • Automate cloud infrastructure and integrate security into DevOps processes.  • Manage cloud deployments, monitor performance, and ensure systems are secure by implementing continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and security protocols.  Artificial Intelligence Specialist  • Design, develop and implement AI models and algorithms to solve complex issues.  • Analyze large datasets, train models, and optimise machine learning processes.   GIS Specialist   • Use GIS to collect, analyze, and visualize spatial data.  • Create maps and spatial analyses for various applications, ensuring data accuracy and relevance.  CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements For Consultants: • University degree in Computer Science, IT engineering or Professional Software Engineer or related fields. • 2 years of relevant experience as a software developer, project lead or project support in complex software solutions or large development teams. • Working knowledge of English, French or Spanish.  Knowledge of a second FAO Language is an asset For PSA:  • University Degree or equivalent technical experience in the subject. • Working knowledge (Level C) of English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese or Russian. • At least 1 year of professional experience working as a software developer, project lead or project support in complex software solutions or large development teams. FAO Core Competencies • Results Focus • Teamwork • Communication • Building Effective Relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement Technical/Functional Skills   Candidates will have concrete experience and passion for one or more of the following specialisations and/or technologies    • UX/UI – Design, business models, success KPIs, human-centred design, storyboarding and customer journeys, internationalisation and multi-cultural interfaces, material-design.  • Mobile/Web/Front End AppDev – Flutter & Dart, Angular, React, PWA, Android Native, Tailwind CSS.  •