Urban Data Applications Developer

Key Accountabilities

Education

Experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• · Strong programming and analysis skills across three tech stacks:
• · Data analysis: e.g., R, Python
• · Business intelligence stack: e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Tableau
• · Web-based data visualization stack: e.g., Node.js or Flask server-side; TypeScript with React, Vue, or Svelte for front-end development
• · Proficiency in data visualization libraries and frameworks such as D3.js, Vega/Vega-lite, Plotly, or similar.
• · Experience working with geospatial tools such as ArcGIS, Mapbox, and ideally libraries such as deck.gl for 3D visualization.
• · Familiarity with modelling and simulation approaches for housing, infrastructure, or transportation systems is an asset.
• · Experience with cloud platforms and containerization (AWS, GCP, Docker) is an advantage.
• · Familiarity with AI tools for assisting in data cleaning, analysis, and development.
• · Strong design and communication skills, with the ability to create clear, accessible user interfaces.
• · Proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Adobe Illustrator and Figma for static visualization and mockups.
• · Ability to supervise and mentor students, fostering collaboration and skill development.
• Equity Statement The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is coordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations. The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Positions are open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada. The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwaterloo.ca or 519-888-4567, ext. 45935.