GIS/Geospatial Software Engineer

consulteerZurichJob.bopublished 11/10/2026
Nice-to-have:Java

Develop the Geospatial Capabilities Behind Tomorrow's Technology.

Your Role & Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain reusable GIS and geospatial software components
  • Build solutions for geospatial data processing, visualization, and analysis
  • Integrate mapping, terrain, and geospatial data sources into a common software platform
  • Develop APIs and interfaces that enable seamless use of geospatial functionality across products
  • Collaborate with architects and engineering teams to define robust technical solutions
  • Evaluate and implement modern GIS technologies, frameworks, and libraries
  • Optimize software performance, scalability, and maintainability
  • Contribute to automated testing and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Help shape a shared geospatial capability that supports multiple products and use cases

Required Technical & Professional Expertise

  • A degree in Computer Science, Geoinformatics, GIS, Geomatics, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience with Esri ArcGIS and geospatial data processing technologies
  • Strong understanding of geospatial standards and common GIS data formats
  • Programming experience in Java (preferred); experience with C++ is a plus
  • Experience working with GIS frameworks, libraries, and APIs
  • Good understanding of software architecture, API design, and modular software development principles
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary engineering environments
  • Excellent communication skills in English; German and/or French are considered an advantage