Senior GIS Developer -(EST0001XY)
Your Impact:
At Jacobs, we'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. With more than 55,000 people in 40+ countries, working at Jacobs offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.
People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.
In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Jacobs. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior GIS Developer to lead the development of cutting-edge Geographic Information Systems (GIS) projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in GIS technology, software development, and an ability to manage complex projects. You will work closely with our team to design, develop, and implement GIS applications that meet the needs of our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead the development and implementation of GIS software solutions.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliverables.
3. Design and develop robust, scalable, and efficient GIS applications.
4. Integrate GIS with other technologies to enhance functionality and user experience.
5. Conduct spatial analysis and create detailed maps and visualisations.
6. Ensure the quality and accuracy of GIS data.
7. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.
8. Stay up-to-date with the latest GIS technologies and development practices.
9. GIS Standards Development
Here's What You'll Need:
10. Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Computer Science, Geography, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
11. Proficient in GIS software and technologies, ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Portal, ArcGIS Online.
12. Experience with UML modelling notation and tools, and ArcGIS Server / ArcSDE administration.
13. Experience with ETL tooling such as FME.
14. Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, JavaScript, and SQL.
15. Knowledge of database management systems and spatial databases.
16. Strong communication and teamwork skills.