Global Canopy is a data-driven, non-profit organization targeting market forces that are destroying nature. We do this by improving transparency and accountability. We provide innovative, open-access data, clear metrics, and actionable insights to leading companies, financial institutions, governments, and campaign organizations around the world.

About companies’ performance

An increasing number of companies and financial institutions are seeking to mitigate their impacts on nature. But many have made commitments that have not been fulfilled, and others fail to take any action at all. We take responsibility through our Forest 500 project, where we evaluate the policies and performance of influential companies and financial institutions. We also support financial institutions and investors with our range of Deforestation-Free Financial Guidance and an upcoming new tool, the DEFT Pathway, to support effective engagement with high-risk companies. We support the finance sector, policy makers and other stakeholders by providing market-leading data on deforestation and ESG metrics through Forest IQ.

Role overview

An exciting opportunity for a creative and highly motivated candidate with strong technical expertise to help increase Global Canopy’s impact by making world-leading environmental and financial data accessible to our key audiences in finance, business and civil society.

The role will focus on the DEFT pathway and related products. DEFT is a transparent, easy-to-use framework that outlines practical steps for companies to transition to deforestation-free supply chains. Hosted by best-in-class data platform Forest IQ, DEFT Pathway helps financial institutions effectively engage with companies on deforestation.

The main goal is to make DEFT Pathway data accessible by creating easy-to-use front-end components. Data is complex and multidimensional and will require a great deal of creativity to communicate in an understandable and compelling way in order to maximize its impact. You will collaborate with designers, researchers, and product managers to achieve these goals.

As a full stack developer, you will also design and implement the backend to allow access to the data that powers the visualization in a secure manner. You will work with data engineers and researchers to ensure that the database is well organized and that queries perform well.

The technical team is small, so you will need to work with a high degree of independence and will have the opportunity to influence key technical decisions. We are looking for someone who finds this prospect exciting rather than scary!

In order to succeed in this role, These are the things that will matter most:

• Excellent full stack web development skills, preferably using python and Typescript
• Knowledge of backend Python frameworks, such as FastAPI, Flask, and/or Django
• Knowledge of front-end JavaScript frameworks (React/Next.js preferred), and popular data visualization libraries such as d3
• Experience querying PostgreSQL databases, possibly using SQLAlchemy as an ORM
• Experience working with cloud infrastructure, AWS preferred

Core behavioral competencies:

• Self-starter, happy working within a small team with a high degree of independence
• A keen eye for quality and appreciation for the importance of automated testing
• Desire to follow industry standard software development processes

desirable:

• More than 3 years of experience
• Experience using Agile project management methods and appreciation of their benefits
• Knowledge of the company’s performance area

salary: Equivalent to £60,000 full time. This role falls within Band C of Global Canopy’s compensation framework.

Nature of contract: Full-time (37.5 hours) or part-time (30 hours, 0.8 FTE). Fixed duration: 21 months (approximately end of 2027). We are a flexible employer and welcome candidates who want to work flexibly.

a base: Our office is based in Oxford, UK, and we have flexible working-from-home arrangements.

Holidays: 36 days (including public/bank holidays) for discretionary use during the annual leave year. Option to purchase up to 5 additional days or the equivalent of 1 week’s vacation.

pension: Employer pension contribution of 8%.

Other benefits include a healthcare cash back plan, employee assistance program, life insurance, group income protection, and more.

How to apply:

To apply, you will need to follow the link below, submit an updated CV and answer four short questions (100 words).

The deadline for applications is November 19, 2025 in 09:00 UK time. Early application is also encouraged We will be conducting recurring interviews. We may close applications early if suitable candidates are identified.

We aim to respond to all candidates within ten days of receiving their applications.

At Global Canopy, we value diversity and inclusion. You can read our diversity statement on our website Website. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to having a team with a diverse range of skills, experience and abilities. We are committed to reducing systemic barriers in our recruitment processes.

Global Canopy works on tropical deforestation issues. We are particularly interested in strengthening our team to include those with a background from forest regions such as Latin America and Southeast Asia. We welcome applications from people from these areas. Anyone who has the right to work in the UK is welcome to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Global Canopy is an inclusive employer and accommodation will be made to allow anyone requiring additional support to apply for this role. Please contact us if you require any additional support.