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GHGSAT

Senior Backend Developer

Hybrid

Ottawa, Canada

Senior

Full Time

19-11-2025

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Skills

Python PostgreSQL Docker Kubernetes Monitoring Version Control Test Scrum Linux Databases git AWS Software Development Agile Agile Scrum Scrum Methodology

Job Specifications

Senior Back-End Developer

(This role is open to hybrid candidates in Montreal/Ottawa only)

Successful candidates for this position will be expected to participate in a rotational on-call schedule and able to obtain Canadian government security clearance.

GHGSat offers greenhouse gas detection, measurement, and monitoring services to industrial and government customers around the world. We use our own satellites and aircraft sensors, combined with third-party data, to help industrial emitters better understand, control, and reduce their emissions.

GHGSat's capability is unique: The company provides high-resolution, local measurements of atmospheric methane and carbon dioxide concentration from space. This further provides the company with a means to detect greenhouse gas emitters and to visualize and quantify their emissions.

You will join the Operations Systems team as a Back End developer. The Operations System team's mandate is to design and deploy software systems that process, manage, and store emissions related data. The team operates using Agile Scrum methodology. Tasks include, but are not limited to, the following:

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering with a minimum of 5 years' experience in relevant roles
Strong computational science or software development skills
Proven capability with: Linux, Python, Docker
Experience with Cloud-based services (AWS)
Competence with databases (PostgreSQL)
Ability to work autonomously with minimal direction

Responsibilities:

Develop and monitor satellite and aircraft data processing pipelines
Develop, test, integrate, and deploy backend software to our cloud-based environments
Monitor production systems and applications to ensure high availability and performance
Analyze data collected with our remote sensing instruments
Assist stakeholders with the implementation and the documentation of new tools
Liaise with Operators, Developers, Designers, QA and Product Managers to identify and define new features

Assets:

Experience using software development tools such as Git version control and Docker
Interest in scientific analysis, atmospheric sciences, remote sensing and space technology
Experience with Geographical Information Systems
Experience with Kubernetes
Experience with deployment using Argo Workflows
Familiar with the Scrum Agile Framework

Benefits

Competitive salary + stock options for all full-time employees 
Health/Dental benefits 
Paid Time Off + floating statutory holidays 
Flexible work environment 

 

GHGSat offers a creative and highly motivating work environment. We offer competitive salaries, health and social benefits including flex-time and continuing development. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. GHGSat is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected status. If you would like to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter.

About the Company

GHGSat is a global technology leader with pioneering emissions-monitoring capabilities that drive industrial efficiency with positive impact. Harnessing the power of satellites and aircraft, GHGSat traces emissions directly to their source at an unmatched speed, delivering the data and insights required to take action. A trusted partner for organizations around the world, GHGSat empowers decision-makers to tackle emissions, accelerating progress towards a resilient energy future. Know more