GIS Developer
Key Duties / Responsibilities
- GIS Application Development
- Design, develop, and deploy web-based GIS applications
- Use tools like ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript and modern web frameworks
- Web Mapping & Data Integration
- Implement and update web mapping functionalities
- Integrate spatial data via REST APIs
- Work with both classified and unclassified geospatial data sources
- Data Processing & Management
- Perform data conversion and preprocessing using Python and spatial ETL tools
- Create and manage geospatial data models, layers, and map services
- System Performance & Optimization
- Configure map services for efficient web delivery
- Optimize backend queries and map rendering performance
- Documentation
- Maintain technical documentation (code, architecture, service endpoints)
- Compliance & Quality
- Ensure applications meet security, usability, and accessibility standards
- Collaboration & Support
- Work under supervision of the GIS Project Manager
- Support development and maintenance of GIS systems
- Provide knowledge transfer to internal staff
- Contribute to additional projects as required
Requirements (Experience, Skills, Qualifications)
Experience
- Minimum 5 years in web development (JavaScript/HTML frameworks like React, Vue, Angular)
- Hands-on experience with web mapping tools (e.g., ArcGIS Maps SDK)
- Strong experience in Python for geospatial processing (ArcPy, GeoPandas, GDAL, etc.)
- Experience building backend services or geospatial processing pipelines
Technical Skills
- GIS/web mapping development
- REST API integration
- Spatial data handling and ETL processes
- Performance tuning (backend frontend)
- Version control (Git)
- Agile development practices
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in:
- Computer Science
- Geography
- IT or related field
Languages
- English: Advanced
- French: Beginner
Soft Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in teams
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities
Other Requirements
- Familiarity with security and compliance standards
- Willingness to work 100% on-site in Brussels
Security Clearance
- Must hold active NATO Secret clearance
- Must sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)