b Overview /b p In this contract role, you will advance geospatial analytics within a global team focused on masterplanning, digital twins, and data-driven insights. You’ll translate large geospatial datasets into actionable outcomes for diverse client projects. The work blends research, development of automated GIS solutions, and stakeholder-facing demonstrations of GIS capabilities. You’ll contribute to cross-functional initiatives and help shape scalable geospatial data products and workflows. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li flexible working patterns /li li hybrid work arrangement /li li diverse project exposure /li li opportunity to work globally /li li competitive compensation /li li supportive team culture /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Perform R D on geospatial services and new technologies /li li Develop 3D virtual cities and digital twins; create new data products and insights /li li Manage complex masterplanning projects with data governance /li li Set GIS standards and disseminate templates for mapping /li li Lead GIS training and develop templates, styles, and symbology /li li Bid management for RfW: scope writing, cost estimation, resource planning /li li Develop web mapping solutions using AI/ML and integrate datasets into gaming engines /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Geospatial data analytics experience and ability to derive insights from big data /li li Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and data-science tools; experience with spatial data processing /li li Experience with ArcGIS/ArcPy, QGIS, Shapely, GeoPandas, NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib /li li Experience setting up spatial databases (PostgreSQL/PostGIS, MS SQL Spatial) and other big data platforms like MongoDB /li li Familiarity with Vector Databases and ETL for CAD/BIM to GIS workflows /li li Cloud computing knowledge (Azure, AWS, Oracle Cloud) and cybersecurity basics /li li Experience with OpenCV and FME for computer vision and GIS workflows /li li NLP exposure for clustering/pattern recognition; ability to communicate methodologies to diverse audiences /li /ul ul li Strong problem-solving abilities /li li Self-starter with proactive mindset /li li Ability to communicate complex analyses to technical and non-technical stakeholders /li li 3D GIS and digital twin technologies /li li AI/ML integration in geospatial contexts /li li Open-source geospatial libraries (GeoPandas, Shapely, scikit-learn) /li /ul
Senior Geospatial Data Scientist employer: BuroHappold Engineering
Buro Happold is an exceptional employer that champions innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal place for a Finance Business Partner to thrive. With a hybrid working model based in the beautiful city of Bath, employees enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises professional growth and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and generous holiday entitlement. Join a world-renowned consultancy where your financial expertise will directly influence impactful projects and contribute to a sustainable future.
