GIS Developer

GIS Developer

Posted 1 week ago by Harvey Nash Plc

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Negotiable
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Remote
Glasgow, UK
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Summary: The GIS Developer role involves supporting the IS GIS Development Team within the public sector by translating technical workflows into automated scripts and geoprocessing models using various ArcGIS tools. The position requires collaboration with internal teams to ensure compliance with spatial data standards while developing Python scripts for data processing. The successful candidate will also manage mosaic datasets and assist with publishing image services. This is a contract position for 6 months, classified as inside IR35 and remote.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Developing Python scripts and ArcGIS toolboxes to automate data processing
  • Creating and managing mosaic datasets and raster function templates (RFTs)
  • Supporting the conversion of raster datasets to Cloud Optimised GeoTIFFs and managing data in Azure storage
  • Assisting with publishing and maintaining image services and web layers
  • Collaborating with internal teams to ensure outputs align with spatial data standards and operational requirements

Key Skills:

  • Solid experience using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Enterprise for spatial data management and analysis
  • Proficiency in Python, particularly with arcpy, for automating geoprocessing workflows
  • Familiarity with mosaic datasets, Raster Function Templates (RFTs), and publishing image services
  • Understanding of British National Grid (BNG) and spatial reference systems
  • Ability to interpret technical documentation and translate it into practical tools and scripts
  • Experience working with raster data, including pre- and post-processing techniques
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
  • Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in GIS, Environmental Science, or a related field

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Glasgow

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

GIS Developer - Inside IR35 - Remote - Public Sector

Market Rates

Duration - 6 months

Harvey Nash's Public Sector Client are looking to bring in a contract GIS Developer to support the IS GIS Development Team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Development Unit to translate technical workflows into automated scripts and geoprocessing models using ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Image Server and ArcGIS Enterprise.

The role involves:

  • Developing Python scripts and ArcGIS toolboxes to automate data processing
  • Creating and managing mosaic datasets and raster function templates (RFTs)
  • Supporting the conversion of raster datasets to Cloud Optimised GeoTIFFs and managing data in Azure storage
  • Assisting with publishing and maintaining image services and web layers
  • Collaborating with internal teams to ensure outputs align with spatial data standards and operational requirements

Skills & Experience Required

  • Solid experience using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Enterprise for spatial data management and analysis
  • Proficiency in Python, particularly with arcpy, for automating geoprocessing workflows
  • Familiarity with mosaic datasets, Raster Function Templates (RFTs), and publishing image services
  • Understanding of British National Grid (BNG) and spatial reference systems
  • Ability to interpret technical documentation and translate it into practical tools and scripts
  • Experience working with raster data, including pre- and post-processing techniques
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
  • Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in GIS, Environmental Science, or a related field

Desirable Skills & Experience

  • Familiarity with mosaic datasets, Raster Function Templates (RFTs), and publishing image services
  • Experience with Cloud Optimised GeoTIFFs and managing data in Azure Storage
  • Familiarity with Optimise Rasters tools and Mosaic Dataset Configuration Scripts (MDCS)
  • Knowledge of Raster analytics and performance tuning (eg Parallel Processing Factor)
  • Experience with ArcGIS API for Python and Scripting for ArcGIS Enterprise
  • Understanding of publishing workflows and web layer configuration
  • Exposure to flood modelling data or environmental datasets

Please note that a BPSS Clearance is required for this post.

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