Python Programmer

Updated: over 2 years ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 11 Nov 2021

DeepFRST is developing an AI optimization algorithm to digitize forest management – one of the oldest and most mission-critical industries on the planet. Our patented B2B software offers customers higher returns on forest assets, carbon accounting in trees and soil, and the means to fight climate change and biodiversity loss. DeepFRST is a science-based startup (pre-launch) based on the AIFORE research project, a joint effort between the Aalto University School of Business and the University of Helsinki. We are a multi-disciplinary, science-based team, including AI researchers, forest scientists, business executives, and seasoned founders. Currently funded by Business Finland’s Research-to-Business grant, we plan to launch in June 2022. Please also check out DeepFRST’s recent skydiving pitch: https://youtu.be/AmSM7JOe5aE

We are looking for a Python programmer to contribute in the product development of our forestry optimization tool.

What you will do:

  • translate manual forestry guidelines into Python code

  • add commercial features to our research-grade code base

  • convert optimization results into easily accessible visualizations

  • develop an early-stage user interface

What you need:

  • Strong Python programming skills

  • Relevant education in the field of computer science or related (studies can be ongoing)

  • Sincere interest in sustainable forestry

  • Willingness to learn and develop your skills

  • Ability to balance between self-guided work and working with a team

  • Good communication skills in English and Finnish (the official forestry guidelines are only available in Finnish)

  • Get-things-done attitude

What we offer:

  • Opportunity to use your coding magic to change the future of forestry

  • Opportunity to work on a product that’s based on the latest research in AI optimization (Deep Reinforcement Learning) and forest science

  • Technical challenges, substantial responsibility, and seeing the direct impact of your work

  • A supportive team of professors, post-docs, PhDs, and seasoned business executives

  • Flexible work times to accommodate to your studies

This is a 6 months fixed-term position; your salary will be 2200 € / month in accordance with the standard Aalto salary rate for a M.Sc. student. It is also possible to negotiate a longer but part-time contract to accommodate to your studies. If you want to join our community, please submit your application documents (CV and cover letter) through our recruitment system as soon as possible but no later than 7.11.2021.

For additional information about the position please contact Doctoral Candidate Philipp Back (tel. +358 50 532 7099, e-mail: [email protected] ).

Once DeepFRST has been launched in June 2022, we also offer the possibility to transit from the fixed-term university contract to a full-time developer position.

Aalto University follows EU rules and regulations on HR policies. Based on the regulation (EC) No 883/2004 on the coordination of social security systems, full time employment at Aalto University is inconsistent with residence abroad. Employment duties need to be performed in Finland. 

Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the position open, to extend the application period and to consider candidates who have not submitted applications during the application period.

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