GIS System Analyst

Alquemy; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alquemy in Edmonton, Canada is seeking a GIS Systems Analyst to support geospatial applications through system maintenance, troubleshooting, and enhancements. You will participate in IT projects and ensure reliability of geospatial services.

The ideal candidate has a degree in CS or Engineering, 4+ years of experience, and strong programming skills in C# and Java, with hands-on experience in Oracle or SQL Server and ETL tools like FME.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or a diploma in Computer Engineering / Systems Technology.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Intermediate programming skills in C# and Java.
• Hands‑on experience with Oracle or Microsoft SQL Server.
• Experience with ETL tools such as FME.
• Knowledge of SDLC, Agile methodologies, change management, and ITIL.
• Strong troubleshooting, quality assurance, communication, and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently with direction.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain geospatial applications to ensure system reliability and availability.
• Troubleshoot application issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement solutions.
• Support operational transitions, system changes, and application enhancements.
• Collaborate with technical teams on projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain technical documentation and support knowledge sharing.
• Follow established IT policies, procedures, and best practices.

Skills

C# programming

Java programming

Troubleshooting

Quality assurance

Communication

Coordination

Independent work

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Engineering / diploma in Computer Engineering / Systems Technology

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft SQL Server

FME

Job description

GIS Systems Analyst Position Overview

We are seeking a GIS Systems Analyst to support geospatial applications through system maintenance, troubleshooting, application enhancements, and participation in IT projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain geospatial applications to ensure system reliability and availability.
• Troubleshoot application issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement solutions.
• Support operational transitions, system changes, and application enhancements.
• Collaborate with technical teams on projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain technical documentation and support knowledge sharing.
• Follow established IT policies, procedures, and best practices.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or a diploma in Computer Engineering / Systems Technology.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Intermediate programming skills in C# and Java.
• Hands‑on experience with Oracle or Microsoft SQL Server.
• Experience with ETL tools such as FME.
• Knowledge of SDLC, Agile methodologies, change management, and ITIL.
• Strong troubleshooting, quality assurance, communication, and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently with direction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Linux and Windows environments.
• Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Familiarity with spatial databases and geospatial concepts.
• Experience administering Esri desktop and server products.
• Understanding of business applications, data interfaces, and system integrations.