GIS Specialist II

GIS Specialist II

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Job Description

AECOM Technical Services, Inc., is seeking a GIS Specialist II in Austin, TX.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform analytics, leveraging interdisciplinary techniques to extract knowledge or insights from data in various forms, (either structured or unstructured) which is a continuation of data analysis fields such as statistics, data mining, and predictive analytics.
• Create digital assets to support the planning, design, build, operation, and maintenance of transportation infrastructure.
• Design, develop, and support digital solutions for internal and external clients.
• Leverage various products and provide configuration, integration, scripting, and custom development to provide digital solutions including data collection, data storage, automation, analytics, simulation, and optimization. Incorporate spatial and tabular data to map, analysis, and assess real-world problems.
• Provide geospatial and data analysis solution to internal and external clients.
• Perform the realization of design in a variety of formats by translating designs, CAD, GIS, surveys, drone, video, field, and other data sources to create complex visualizations through the use of GIS, business intelligence, 3D, and other software.
• Design, build, test, and roll out custom GIS web applications, field survey tools and data collection forms.
• Provide technical support for web application and field survey end-users.
• Develop, test, and execute custom Python and SQL scripts for data processing and analysis.
• May telecommute.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Position also requires completion of a university-level course, research project, internship, or thesis, or 6 months of experience involving each of the following:

1. Esri Geographic Information System software for complex analysis and data management;
2. GIS web development including Experience Builder and Field Maps;
3. Scripting in Python with ArcPy, Pandas, and GeoPandas;
4. JSON and GeoJSON for editing data characteristics;
5. SQL for database queries and analysis;
6. ARCADE for map layouts;
7. Data processing for Lidar, raster images, 3D models, and 360 camera video;
8. Post-processing of GPS-derived data, and
9. Linear referencing for transportation networks.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.