Information Technology Manager - Geospatial Software Engineering

• Design and deliver geospatial software platforms, digital twin systems, and data-driven applications ensuring high technical quality.
• Develop product strategies and roadmaps for digital tools informed by user needs and research priorities.
• Lead the product lifecycle from ideation through deployment of geospatial decision-support systems and dashboards.
• Ensure IT systems align with organizational architecture, applying data security standards and supporting integration of climate, hydrological, and geospatial data systems.

This role enables the translation of hydrological and climate research into operational systems, supporting sustainable water management and agricultural resilience in developing regions.

• Bachelor’s degree in a highly relevant field; Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Advanced experience in Information Technology, leading and implementing IT projects and services.
• Hands-on experience managing larger platforms and software engineering/cloud development, preferably related to digital agriculture tools.
• Proficiency in TypeScript, Python, SQL, and experience with geospatial technologies (Google Earth Engine, GDAL, PostGIS), cloud infrastructure (AWS), and DevOps (Docker, CI/CD).

Competitive salary, attractive retirement plan, comprehensive international health insurance, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, long-term disability coverage. Relocation assistance, housing allowance, home-leave plane tickets, and education assistance for eligible dependents. Initially a three-year contract.

The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) is a CGIAR Research Center focused on water management for sustainable development, addressing water scarcity and climate resilience in agriculture.