Senior GIS Specialist

Ceres Global; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven work culture

Global exposure

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for technical growth

Job summary

Ceres Global is seeking a Senior GIS Specialist in Bangalore, Karnataka, to design, implement, and support enterprise geospatial systems utilizing Esri technologies. This role demands hands-on management of ArcGIS platforms and data assessment.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in GIS and be proficient in Python and SQL Server. You will contribute to critical geospatial solutions impacting disaster response and environmental services while collaborating with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in GIS or related software engineering roles.
• Proven experience with the Esri suite of products.
• Experience in processing Lidar data for mapping applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support enterprise geospatial systems using Esri technologies.
• Develop and automate geospatial workflows using Python.
• Create and analyze spatial datasets using ArcSDE and SQL Server.

Skills

Esri products expertise

Python scripting

Geospatial workflow automation

SQL Server 2019+

Lidar data processing

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in GIS, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Online

ArcPy

ArcGIS API for Python

JavaScript

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bangalore, Karnataka 560025

Job Title: Senior GIS Specialist

Role Overview

The GIS / Geospatial Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise geospatial systems using Esri technologies. This role involves hands‑on work with ArcGIS platforms, geospatial data management, workflow automation, Lidar data processing, and development of scalable mapping solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Geospatial Systems & Platform Management
  • Work hands‑on with Esri products including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, Survey123, and related mobile solutions.
  • Install, configure, upgrade, maintain, and troubleshoot ArcGIS Server, Portal, Datastore, and associated environments.
  • Perform system health checks, optimization, and performance testing using Esri best practices.
• Development & Automation
  • Develop and automate geospatial workflows using Python (ArcPy, ArcGIS API for Python).
  • Build web mapping applications and tools using ArcGIS API for JavaScript.
  • Create custom algorithms, scripts, and spatial models to solve operational challenges.
• Data Management & Analysis
  • Create, maintain, and analyze spatial datasets using ArcSDE and Microsoft SQL Server 2019+.
  • Manage enterprise geodatabases and ensure data integrity, accuracy, and availability.
  • Capture, process, and analyze drone and backpack Lidar data for engineering and mapping use cases.
• Collaboration & Delivery
  • Partner with global and cross‑functional teams to gather requirements and validate use cases.
  • Analyze, debug, and resolve issues identified during QA, testing, or production support.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand‑ups, and delivery reviews.
  • Prepare technical documentation, reports, presentations, and user guides.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in GIS, geospatial engineering, or related software engineering roles.
• Proven hands‑on experience with Esri suite of products.
• Experience in processing Lidar data for engineering or mapping applications.
• Strong experience in geospatial workflow automation and scripting.
• Experience with enterprise geodatabases and SQL Server 2019+.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in GIS, Geographic Science, Computer Science, Survey Engineering, or related field.
• Esri certifications preferred (ArcGIS Enterprise / Desktop / Developer certifications are a plus).

Knowledge & Skills

• Deep expertise in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online.
• Strong proficiency in Python, ArcPy, ArcGIS API for Python, JavaScript, and PowerShell.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS Server, Portal, Data Stores, Survey123, Field Maps, QuickCapture.
• Strong SQL Server and database management skills.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present technical information to both technical and non‑technical audiences.

What to Expect

In this role, you will work in a dynamic, mission‑driven environment supporting geospatial solutions that directly impact disaster response, environmental services, and operational excellence. You can expect a mix of technical engineering, data analysis, innovation, and stakeholder collaboration.

Benefits

• Mission‑driven work culture
• Global exposure and collaboration
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for technical growth and certifications
• A chance to contribute to meaningful work that impacts communities