Geographic Information Systems Analyst | $65/hr Remote

Summary: The QGIS Expert role involves leading GIS projects using QGIS, focusing on data management, spatial analysis, and cartographic output. The position requires extensive experience in handling GIS projects independently and strong communication skills to document workflows and troubleshoot issues. The role is fully remote, with a commitment of 10 to 40 hours per week. Compensation ranges from $19 to $65 per hour, depending on experience and expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end GIS projects in QGIS, from raw spatial data acquisition and cleaning to final cartographic outputs.
• Document workflows and reasoning while performing data management, spatial analysis, and map production tasks.
• Organize, clean, and validate spatial datasets to ensure high accuracy and consistency.
• Manage coordinate systems, projections, and spatial references to maintain data interoperability.
• Style and symbolize map layers for clarity, interpretability, and professional presentation.
• Build advanced layouts and cartographic products while explaining design decisions.
• Troubleshoot GIS workflow issues and clearly articulate problem-solving approaches.

Key Skills:

• Extensive hands-on experience independently managing full GIS projects in QGIS.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality spatial analyses and cartographic outputs.
• Strong understanding of spatial data formats, coordinate systems, and projection systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to explain technical decisions clearly.
• Strong data cleaning, organization, and transformation skills within GIS workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex geospatial challenges.
• Comfortable working independently in a fully remote environment with consistent documentation practices.

Salary (Rate): £65.00/hr

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT