Geographic Information Systems Engineer in Wokingham
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Job Description
Job Title: GIS Architect (Contract)
Location: Wokingham (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)
Contract Length: 6 Months
Rate: Market Rate
Working Model: Hybrid
About the Role
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.
Key Responsibilities
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, Smallworld)
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
Essential Skills & Experience
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 DevOps experience
Hands-on knowledge of GIS technologies (ESRI, QGIS, FME, GeoServer)
Experience migrating from legacy GIS platforms (Intergraph, Smallworld)
Exposure to AI/ML applications in geospatial analytics or data quality
Agile delivery experience and ability to lead cross-functional teams
Why Apply?
Work on a nationally significant GIS transformation programme
High-impact architecture role with real-world outcomes
Hybrid working with competitive market rates
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- Location:
- Wokingham
- Job Type:
- FullTime
