Lead Biometrics Software Developer

Overview
WELCOME TO SITA

We're the team that keeps airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our tech and communication innovations are the secret behind the success of the world's air travel industry.

You'll find us at 95% of international hubs. We partner closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients, each with their own unique needs and challenges. Our goal is to find fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to make their operations run like clockwork. Want to be a part of something big?

Are you ready to love your job? The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.

PURPOSE

We are looking for a dynamic individual with an understanding of biometric technology to work on transformative Border solutions.

Working closely with a highly skilled application team, this person will help us design and tune capabilities for customers by creating testing and analysis capabilities and by compiling reports on biometric performance with

Key Responsibilities

• Analyses and makes recommendations on tuning and configuration of biometrics capabilities.
• Designs and develops capabilities and modules for analysing, testing and configuring biometrics systems, including for analysing image quality, matching and liveness detection.
• Compiles reports on biometric performance.

Qualifications
EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years' experience in a software engineering environment designing and developing software application features using biometric technology.

PROFESSION COMPETENCIES

• Experience with biometrics technology
• Understanding of Application Development and Testing Tools
• Understanding of Application Programming Interfaces (API's)
• Commercial Acumen
• Conceptual Thinking
• Understanding of Configuration Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Information Security Management
• Innovation
• Managing Change
• Managing Risk
• Performance Measurement and Tuning
• Scripting
• Requirements Analysis
• Experience with Server Operating Systems and Platforms
• Experience with System and Technology Integration
• Systems Thinking
• Technical acumen
• Technical Troubleshooting
• Report Writing

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Adhering to Principles & Values
• Communication
• Creating & Innovating
• Customer Focus
• Impact & Influence
• Leading Execution
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork

Education & Qualifications

• A qualification or relevant experience in an area such as computer sciences, engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with biometric technology
• Programming or scripting experience in a mainstream programming or scripting language is a plus.

What We Offer
We're all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We're really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever.

Flex Week:
Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team's needs)

Flex Day:
Make your workday suit your life and plans.

Flex-Location:
Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.

Employee Wellbeing:
We have got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health - a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.

Professional Development:
Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning

Competitive Benefits:
Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status.

SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.