Geographic Information Systems Engineer

We are supporting a leading UK-based organisation on a high-impact transformation programme and are seeking an experienced GIS Architect to lead the design and delivery of a modern, cloud-based geospatial platform. This role is pivotal in consolidating legacy GIS systems, enabling advanced spatial analytics, and supporting strategic planning across energy, environmental, and economic domains.

• Design and own the end-to-end architecture of a scalable, secure GIS platform aligned to strategic objectives
• Define GIS architecture principles, technology stack, and system integration patterns
• Design and provision Azure environments (Sandbox, Dev, UAT, Production)
• Ensure cloud infrastructure meets high availability, scalability, and security standards
• Lead migration and integration from legacy GIS platforms (e.g. Intergraph, Small world)
• Establish GIS data governance, metadata standards, and data quality frameworks
• Enable advanced geospatial analytics, modelling, and visualisation capabilities
• Support agile delivery through stakeholder workshops and iterative development
• Provide technical documentation, knowledge transfer, and production hypercare

• Degree in Computer Science, Geoinformatics, Engineering, or similar
• 10+ years' experience in solution or technical architecture
• 5+ years specialising in GIS platforms and geospatial systems
• Strong Azure cloud and Dev Ops experience
• Hands‑on knowledge of GIS technologies (ESRI, QGIS, FME, Geo Server)
• Experience migrating from legacy GIS platforms (Intergraph, Small world)
• Exposure to AI/ML applications in geospatial analytics or data quality
• Agile delivery experience and ability to lead cross‑functional teams

• Work on a nationally significant GIS transformation programme
• High‑impact architecture role with real‑world outcomes
• Hybrid working with competitive market rates