Senior LiDAR Technical Lead
Core
Senior Technical Lead overseeing the full LiDAR production workflow, ensuring deliverables meet Australian standard specifications for engineering, construction, and infrastructure clients.
Role type
Senior hands-on IC LiDAR Technical Lead
Builds
High-resolution aerial imagery, 3D modelling, and spatial data solutions (MetroMap platform)
Domain
Geospatial technology / Aerial surveying
Required skills
LiDAR pre-processing (GNSS/IMU, strip alignment), LiDAR post-processing (point cloud classification, DEM/DSM generation), QA/QC management, aerial survey operations, ICSM/ASPRS standards, TerraSolid/TerraScan, LAStools, POSPac, Australian datums (GDA2020, AHD)
Preferred skills
Python (workflow automation, GDAL, PDAL), AWS, geospatial AI/ML tools, Australian aerial survey industry knowledge
Technologies
TerraSolid, TerraScan, LAStools, POSPac, Python, GDAL, PDAL, AWS
Responsibilities
Oversee and undertake LiDAR pre-processing and post-processing; Review and approve QA/QC results and deliverables; Develop and maintain SOPs for production workflows; Act as LiDAR technical lead for the Data Engineering Team on software development projects; Advise sales, flight operations, and project management on production capability and timelines.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities