Scientific Data Architect

FULL-TIME PERMANENT POSITION

OVERVIEW

Terramera is actively seeking an experienced Scientific Data Architect to join our Green Chemistry Solutions team. This role will design, build, implement, and manage a comprehensive scientific data management framework for Terramera’s product discovery and product development pipeline.

The successful candidate will structure and lead a cross-disciplinary team of data scientists and software/machine learning engineers to build and deploy systems design to capture and analyze a wide variety of scientific data derived from our experimental, imaging and computational chemistry platforms.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Reporting to the Chief Scientific Officer, the Scientific Data Architect will work closely with data scientists, computational chemists, ML and software engineers. They will also interface with research chemists and biologists in our experimental teams and work with IT on security and HPC/cloud computing-related tasks.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Translate business requirements into technical specifications, including data streams, integrations, transformations, databases, and data warehouses
• Establish and own the scientific data architecture and its vision, strategy, and governance
• Evaluate multiple third-party platforms for best fit with current data infrastructure and facilitate buy vs build decision-making among stakeholders
• Design a system for flexible access by diverse human and machine-based applications
• In collaboration with scientists and engineers, develop principles and standards for smooth flows between data generation, processing and application technologies
• Work with experimental science and computational chemistry/machine learning teams to implement the data management framework
• Work with software engineering to develop user-friendly interfaces for data collection and analysis
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and utilize opportunities to leverage them
• Document entire system and develop training materials for users
• Performs other related duties and tasks as required

REQUIREMENTS

• Post-secondary degree in information technology, computer engineering, computer science or related fields
• 3+ years’ experience in data architecture roles
• Experience working in a cross-functional environment with experts from different domains
• Familiarity with standards and guidelines for enterprise architecture (TOGAF and Zachman frameworks)
• Knowledge of scientific digital data acquisition technologies and scientific data analysis methods
• Knowledge of requirements for software engineering for applications integration
• Practical experience using Agile project management frameworks

ASSETS

• Experience working in chemical formulation development and/or agricultural crop protection R&D is an asset
• Experience designing data management and analysis systems for research scientists is an asset
• Experience leading data systems implementation and change management processes is an asset

QUALITIES WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Self-starter, self-motivated, collaborative, flexible and open-minded
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to provide clear and actionable recommendations in the presence of incomplete or uncertain information
• Able to demonstrate and inspire commitment to continuous improvement and continuing education
• Able to align technology with business goals, including quantifying and documenting technology value propositions and real value delivered
• Able to communicate complex information to a variety of internal and external stakeholders

LOCATION

• Vancouver, BC (Remote work available)

WHO WE ARE 

Terramera is a cleantech leader focused on fusing AI, science and nature to create revolutionary technologies that transform how we grow food and solve other world-scale challenges. With its Actigate™ Targeted Performance technology and mission to unlock the intelligence in nature to ensure a world that thrives and provides for everyone, Terramera is committed to reducing global synthetic chemical loads in agriculture by 80 percent while increasing global farm productivity by 20 percent by 2030. The privately held company was founded in 2010 and has grown to include a world-class bench of engineers, scientists, advisors and investors. Terramera is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, has integrated operations that include a research lab, greenhouse and farm, and has more than 185 patents in its IP portfolio. 

Our success begins with our people. We’re looking for A-Players who are passionate about making a difference as we are and thrive in environments that are dynamic, challenging and rewarding. Join our movement, as we set a new standard and change the world together as a highly dedicated, innovative, future-focused and solutions-oriented team. 

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. For more information on Terramera, please visit our website at www.terramera.com 

Terramera is committed to a diverse workforce and we are an equal opportunity employer. As we make serious efforts to learn more about how we can increase diversity in our candidate pool, we invite you to voluntarily provide demographic information in a confidential survey at the end of this application.

Providing this information is optional. It will not be used in the hiring process, and has no effect on your opportunity for employment.

APPLICATION DEADLINE 

• Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.