Senior GIS Developer & Spatial Data Architect

Dubai Holding; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Dubai Holding Land Estates seeks an experienced GIS Developer to manage geospatial data, develop GIS applications, and optimize spatial databases. You will integrate GIS with enterprise systems and support users across departments.

The role requires 5–8 years in IT/GIS, strong ESRI tool experience, and solid business analysis and project management skills. Join a team focused on sustainable urban development and scalable geospatial solutions.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in IT and GIS industries required.
• Experience with ESRI GIS platforms and geodatabase management is essential.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience in API design, development and system integration is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage geospatial databases, data models, and data integrity.
• Design, develop, and deploy GIS applications and tools with customized maps and spatial analyses.
• Integrate GIS with other enterprise systems to ensure seamless data flow.
• Provide GIS user support and troubleshoot issues.
• Monitor performance of GIS applications and databases and optimize as needed.
• Create training materials and conduct sessions to improve GIS tool proficiency.
• Lead GIS projects from inception to delivery, coordinating with stakeholders.
• Develop spatial models/algorithms to derive actionable insights.

Skills

GIS development

Geodatabase administration

Backend development (.NET/Java/Python)

Frontend development

API design/integration

Analytical/communication skills

Project management

Business analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

ESRI GIS tooling

Tools

ESRI products

Job description

Dubai Holding Land Estates seeks an experienced GIS Developer to manage geospatial data, develop GIS applications, and optimize spatial databases. You will integrate GIS with enterprise systems and support users across departments.

The role requires 5–8 years in IT/GIS, strong ESRI tool experience, and solid business analysis and project management skills. Join a team focused on sustainable urban development and scalable geospatial solutions.