Geospatial Developer

Jacobs; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cover

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Holiday buy/sell scheme

Wellbeing support

Enhanced pension scheme

Job summary

Jacobs in Bristol is looking for an experienced Geospatial Developer to design and build modern web-based mapping applications. You will collaborate with developers, data specialists, and geospatial experts to deliver robust, user-friendly solutions.

The ideal candidate has strong front-end development experience, expertise in mapping technologies like Mapbox, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working options and a range of competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong front-end development experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and React.
• Expertise with web mapping technologies like Mapbox, Leaflet, OpenLayers, or Esri APIs.
• Experience building user-focused web applications with modern frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop intuitive user interfaces and interactive geospatial tools.
• Build web-mapping applications using JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and mapping libraries.
• Mentor junior developers and share knowledge.

Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript

React

Web mapping technologies (Mapbox, Leaflet, OpenLayers, Esri APIs)

APIs

Communication skills

Tools

Azure

AWS

Spatial databases

Job description

Overview

Jacobs is focused on solving the world’s most critical problems by turning abstract ideas into real‑world solutions. We are seeking an experienced Geospatial Developer for our growing UK Digital & Data team.

About the Role

As a Geospatial Developer you will design and build modern web‑based mapping applications that support infrastructure and environmental programmes. You will work alongside developers, data specialists and geospatial experts to deliver user‑focused, scalable, and robust solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop intuitive user interfaces and interactive geospatial tools.
• Build web‑mapping applications using JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and mapping libraries such as Mapbox, Leaflet, OpenLayers or Esri APIs.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure solutions are robust, scalable and user‑centric.
• Mentor junior developers, share knowledge and help shape team best practice.
• Engage with clients to translate technical solutions into meaningful outcomes.

Key Qualifications

• Strong front‑end development experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and React.
• Expertise with web mapping technologies such as Mapbox, Leaflet, OpenLayers or Esri APIs.
• Experience building user‑focused web applications and working with modern frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with APIs, cloud platforms (Azure/AWS) or spatial databases is beneficial.
• Exposure to mentoring or client‑facing delivery is an advantage.

What We Offer

Full‑time, permanent role; hybrid working 2–3 days per week at office (Bristol or London). 40‑hour working week with flexi‑time available.

Competitive benefits: comprehensive Health Cover, Life Assurance, Income Protection, holiday buy/sell scheme, wellbeing, family, parental and fertility support, and an enhanced pension scheme.

Security & Vetting

All employees require a BPSS check. The role may be subject to UK Security Vetting at SC level; candidates must be eligible and willing to undergo clearance.

Location & Working Hours

The role will involve business travel from time to time.