GIS Developer

Encepta; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing Canadian infrastructure company is looking for a GIS Developer to build geospatial automation pipelines and web mapping tools for telecom operations. This role requires advanced Python skills and a strong background in GIS to automate data workflows. Candidates should be comfortable working independently and collaborating with teams to gather requirements. The company offers a hybrid work model, competitive compensation, and a focus on career growth and development. Join us to help shape the future of connectivity!

Benefits

Competitive compensation including performance incentives

Comprehensive health benefits

Learning support and certifications

Collaborative and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in GIS development with expertise in Python automation and ETL workflows.
• Educational background in GIS, Computer Science, or similar.
• Experience in telecommunications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable GIS automation pipelines.
• Develop web mapping applications.
• Build REST APIs for geospatial data access.

Skills

Advanced Python

GIS development

Web mapping frameworks

REST API development

Automation & Orchestration

Communication & Collaboration

Education

Degree or diploma in GIS, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Airflow

Docker

PostGIS

Git

Job description

GIS DEVELOPER
Build the Future of Geospatial Intelligence for Telecom Infrastructure!

Why this Role

We're building a cutting-edge GIS development team to architect modern geospatial automation pipelines and web mapping tools that empower our telecom infrastructure operations across Canada. You'll work at the intersection of GIS, software development, and cloud infrastructure—designing scalable ETL workflows, building web applications with modern Python libraries, and creating tools that shape how teams interact with spatial data. This is a high-impact technical role with significant autonomy. If you're a strong Python developer with deep GIS expertise who thrives on automation and data pipelines, this role is for you!

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Reporting to our Senior Manager, Client Tools, you will design, build, and maintain scalable GIS automation pipelines and web mapping tools. Your responsibilities will include:

• Design and deploy production Airflow DAGs to automate core GIS ETL workflows
• Develop web mapping applications using Leafmap, Leaflet.js, Mapbox GL JS, or ArcGIS API for JavaScript for internal stakeholders
• Build REST APIs using FastAPI or Flask for geospatial data access and integration with enterprise systems
• Automate spatial data processing using Python (geopandas, leafmap, shapely, rasterio, pyogrio, arcpy) and manage workflows in PostGIS and enterprise geodatabases
• Establish automated QA/QC processes for spatial datasets to improve data quality and consistency
• Work with cloud platforms (AWS S3, Azure, GCP) to build data pipelines and manage geospatial infrastructure
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, translate business needs into technical solutions, and document workflows

What Success Looks Like

Within your first 12–18 months, you'll be:

• Building and deploying production Airflow DAGs that automate GIS ETL workflows across the organization
• Developing functional web mapping applications that empower internal teams to interact with spatial data efficiently
• Establishing automated QA/QC processes that improve data quality and reduce manual validation efforts
• Creating REST APIs that enable seamless geospatial data access and integration with enterprise systems
• Documenting technical workflows, training teams on new automation tools, and contributing to the evolution of our geospatial infrastructure

What We're Looking For

• GIS & Development Expertise: Demonstrated experience in GIS development with demonstrated expertise in Python automation, ETL workflows, and web mapping; experience in telecommunications, utilities, or infrastructure industries preferred
• Educational Background: Degree or diploma in GIS, Computer Science, Geomatics, Engineering, or related technical field OR equivalent combination of experience and training
• Core Technical Skills (Must-Have): Advanced Python (geopandas, leafmap, shapely, rasterio, pyogrio, arcpy); web mapping frameworks (Leafmap, Leaflet.js, Mapbox GL JS, "ArcGIS API for JavaScript"); REST API development (FastAPI/Flask); PostGIS and spatial databases; cloud platforms (AWS S3, Azure, GCP); Docker/containerization; ArcGIS Enterprise; Git version control
• Automation & Orchestration: Production experience with Airflow or similar orchestration tools for building and managing DAGs, scheduling workflows, and handling dependencies
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong ability to explain complex geospatial concepts to non-technical audiences, gather requirements, and translate business needs into technical solutions; comfortable leading cross-functional sessions and working independently with high autonomy
• Nice-to-Have: Experience with utility/fiber/landbase datasets, automated QA/QC routines, CI/CD workflows, Dask or distributed processing, ESRI technical certifications, cloud certifications, or Python certifications

What's In It for YOU?

We know that when you grow, we grow. That’s why we offer more than just a job, we offer a launchpad for your career:

• Real impact: help expand critical infrastructure that connects communities across Canada
• Career growth: move from field specialist to project specialist
• Hybrid work model: flexibility to work remotely, in-office, and on-site as needed
• Competitive compensation: including performance incentives
• Comprehensive benefits: extended health benefits (dental & HSA), RRSP matching, cellphone allowance, learning budget, and wellness support
• Learning support: access to certifications, training, and a team that invests in your development
• Collaborative, inclusive culture: we value your voice, your safety, and your contribution

About Encepta

Encepta is a fast-growing Canadian company offering infrastructure planning, design, and data collection services for telecommunications, utilities, and municipalities. We use innovative tools and processes to help clients build better networks. Our team is committed to quality, safety, and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

How To Apply

If this role sounds like the right next step for you, just hit the apply button NOW or reach out to connect. Let’s build the future of connectivity together!