Senior Software Engineer & Designer

Job Opportunity: Senior Software Engineer & Designer

Employee type: Full time, Permanent

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Compensation: $117,000 to $131,000 annually

Come Grow with Us! Forsite is actively looking for a Senior Software Engineer & Designer  to join our GTC Team. At Forsite, we don’t just work together – we support, challenge, and grow together. We believe in flexibility, collaboration, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.

WHO WE ARE

Forsite Consultants Ltd. is a leading provider of integrated forest land development and management services. Our staff are industry leaders in forestry, technology, analytics, strategic planning, resource and land management/stewardship and professional forestry. We are a company that is committed to innovation and is constantly growing with clients across North America and abroad in multiple sectors.

We take pride in our team culture, where supporting one another is second nature. We are a dynamic, people-focused business that thrives by delivering value to our customers, creating opportunities for our employees, and drawing on our expertise for sustainable solutions that balance economic, environmental and social goals.  We will apply our skills, knowledge and technologies to be the best forest management company.

We foster and sustain a safe and respectful environment of diversity and inclusion where everyone can reach their full potential. If you’re looking for a workplace that values collaboration, innovation and having fun while making a meaningful impact, you’ll fit right in.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Design and develop software architecture and processing pipeline components for forestry LiDAR data, including systems built in Python, Rust, and JavaScript


• Lead the design of scalable, maintainable data processing workflows for large-volume point cloud and natural resource datasets


• Perform data analysis and develop statistical models for R&D projects related to LiDAR point cloud processing and other natural resource datasets


• Evaluate emerging methodologies and advance the current state of the science in LiDAR-based natural resource assessments


• Contribute to the preparation, authorship, and peer review of scientific and technical publications in remote sensing and related disciplines


• Conduct code reviews and maintain code quality standards across the analytics and GTC teams


• Work collaboratively with forestry specialists, data scientists, and project managers to integrate software solutions into operational workflows


• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members on software development best practices and analytical methods

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Forsite welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is looking for the right person to join our team. If you don’t meet every requirement but bring relevant skills, experience and a great attitude, we encourage you to apply!

Must have:

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Geomatics, Remote Sensing, Applied Mathematics, Forestry, or a closely related discipline


• Demonstrated experience in software development and system design, with advanced proficiency in Python and at least one compiled language (Rust, C++, or equivalent)


• Demonstrated experience in statistical modelling and quantitative data analysis applied to large, complex spatial or point cloud datasets


• Experience with LiDAR data processing, remote sensing analysis, or natural resource data pipelines


• Track record of authorship or substantive contribution to peer-reviewed or professional technical publications


• Experience conducting code reviews in a collaborative development environment


• Proficiency with version control systems (Git)

Nice to have: 

• Experience with forestry inventory methods, airborne LiDAR acquisition, or related natural resource remote sensing applications


• Familiarity with point cloud libraries and geospatial data formats (e.g., LAS/LAZ, GeoTIFF, Shapefile)


• Experience with high-performance or distributed computing environments


• Experience in an applied research or industry-academia collaborative setting

WHO YOU ARE

• A team player who enjoys working collaboratively and contributes to a positive team environment; reliable and accountable


• A problem solver who thinks critically and proactively finds solutions; can initiate and lead new ideas and follow them through


• A good decision maker who exercises sound judgment in dynamic situations


• A strong communicator, both written and verbal (and technical writing would be great)


• Quality-driven — pays attention to detail and takes pride in delivering high quality work


• Someone who can work independently under limited direct supervision as well as in a dynamic team environment


• Adaptable and resilient — you thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift; comfortable working on multiple projects at once and can adjust to changing demands


• Professional, friendly and respectful and committed to excellent service
  

WHAT WE PROVIDE

We offer a flexible and rewarding work environment, including:

• Competitive wages


• Work-life flexibility


• Comprehensive benefits package


• Professional development support


• Company matched pension program
  

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

At Forsite, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and strengthen our team. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2+individuals, and veterans. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know – we are happy to support you.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.