At SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our technology and communication innovations power the success of the global air travel industry.
You'll find us in 95% of international airports, working closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients. Each partnership brings unique challenges, and we thrive on delivering fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to keep operations running like clockwork. We don't just move the world forward—we're proud to be recognized as a
Great Place to Work®
by our employees and certified in most of our growing locations. Here, we feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.
Are you ready to love your job?
The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA
Purpose
We are looking for a dynamic individual with an understanding of biometric technology to work on transformative Border solutions.
Working closely with a highly skilled application team, this person will help us design and tune capabilities for customers by creating testing and analysis capabilities and by compiling reports on biometric performance with
Key Responsibilities
Analyses and makes recommendations on tuning and configuration of biometrics capabilities.
Designs and develops capabilities and modules for analysing, testing and configuring biometrics systems, including for analysing image quality, matching and liveness detection.
Compiles reports on biometric performance.
Qualifications
Experience
5+ years' experience in a software engineering environment designing and developing software application features using biometric technology.
Profession Competencies
Experience with biometrics technology
Understanding of Application Development and Testing Tools
Understanding of Application Programming Interfaces (API's)
Commercial Acumen
Conceptual Thinking
Understanding of Configuration Management
Conflict Resolution
Information Security Management
Innovation
Managing Change
Managing Risk
Performance Measurement and Tuning
Scripting
Requirements Analysis
Experience with Server Operating Systems and Platforms
Experience with System and Technology Integration
Systems Thinking
Technical acumen
Technical Troubleshooting
Report Writing
Core Competencies
Adhering to Principles & Values
Communication
Creating & Innovating
Customer Focus
Impact & Influence
Leading Execution
Results Orientation
Teamwork
Education & Qualifications
A qualification or relevant experience in an area such as computer sciences, engineering, or a related field.
Experience with biometric technology
Programming or scripting experience in a mainstream programming or scripting language is a plus.
What We Offer
Flex Week:
Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team's needs)
Flex Day:
Make your workday suit your life and plans.
Flex-Location:
Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.
Employee Wellbeing:
We have got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health - a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.
Professional Development:
Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning!
Competitive Benefits:
Competitive advantages that make sense with both your local market and employment status.
SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.
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