At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead GIS projects, upgrade systems, and optimise geospatial platforms.
- Company: Public sector organisation in Edinburgh with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, flexible working environment, and impactful projects.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic public sector role.
- Why this job: Join a team making a difference in spatial data management and technology.
- Qualifications: Expertise in ArcGIS, SQL Server, and API development required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
Venesky-Brown’s client, a public sector organisation in Edinburgh, is currently looking to recruit a Senior GIS Engineer for an initial 6 month contract on a rate of £450/day (Inside IR35). This role will be based in Edinburgh.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and perform an Enterprise Upgrade migrating to a new virtual server.
- Lead on establishing/configuring 2-way API/ODBC Propman/GIS Connection.
- Lead the SDE Connection review and refresh to enable us to move to a service-based environment.
- Support the data completeness and improvement project.
- Support the completion of the current phase of the land registration project.
- Carry out any other duties as required.
- Expertise in ArcGIS Enterprise administration, geodatabase design, and API/REST service development, with responsibilities for delivering, managing and optimising high-performance spatial platforms and integrated data services.
- Expertise in designing and supporting enterprise geospatial platforms and services, specialising in ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcSDE, SQL Server, system automation, and cloud-based deployments.
- Experienced in delivering robust, scalable GIS solutions that support spatial data analysis and business operations.
- Proficient in managing and optimising GIS Enterprise platforms (e.g., ArcGIS Enterprise), including system upgrade and configuration, security, performance tuning, and service publishing to support robust, organisation-wide geospatial capabilities with a proven ability to minimise downtime and ensure secure, stable GIS platforms.
- Proven experience managing and upgrading ArcGIS Enterprise (Portal, ArcGIS Server, Data Store, Web Adaptor).
- Familiarity with Azure cloud platforms.
- Experienced in designing, implementing, and maintaining efficient geodatabase architectures, ensuring data integrity, performance optimisation, and adherence to best practices for spatial data modelling.
- Expertise in enterprise geodatabase and SDE connection management, specialising in reviewing and redesigning data access architectures to improve performance, scalability, and security.
- Experienced in optimising ArcGIS Enterprise environments, reducing database load, and implementing best-practice connection strategies across complex, multi-user systems.
- This role ensures that spatial data access patterns, connection management, and database configurations align with enterprise best practices and support reliable GIS operations across the organisation.
- Significant experience managing enterprise GIS and SDE environments.
- Experience managing and upgrading enterprise geodatabases (SQL Server).
- SDE connection management and optimisation.
- Skilled in developing and integrating APIs and RESTful services to enable seamless access to geospatial data and services to support web, mobile, and third-party applications.
- Able to bridge the gap between GIS infrastructure and application development by exposing spatial functionality through scalable and secure service interfaces.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting ability.
- Clear communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver within project timelines.
- Attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
Senior GIS Engineer in Edinburgh employer: Venesky Brown
Venesky-Brown is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Edinburgh where innovation meets public service. As a Senior GIS Engineer, you will not only lead critical projects that enhance geospatial capabilities but also benefit from a culture that prioritises professional growth and collaboration. With competitive rates and a commitment to employee development, this role provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Scotland's capital.
We think you need these skills to ace Senior GIS Engineer in Edinburgh
SQL
Python
Problem-Solving Skills
Communication Skills
Data Engineering
Data Pipeline Development
API Integration
