SME-Maps GIS & Cartography

Cognizant; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant in Pune is seeking an SME Maps GIS and Cartography specialist to deliver accurate map production, spatial data management and automation solutions using office tools, mapping platforms and emerging AI capabilities in a hybrid work setup.

You will support reliable geospatial services for business and societal decision making, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to design workflows, automate repetitive tasks with UiPath, and apply Generative AI to draft narratives and templates for

Qualifications

• Two to four years of professional GIS and cartography experience.
• Proficiency with MS Word MS Office and MS Excel for reporting and data preparation.
• Solid working knowledge of MapGuide for map layers styling and interactivity.
• Solid ability to build automation workflows with UiPath to streamline mapping tasks.
• Experience with Generative AI and prompt engineering for AI-assisted mapping tasks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver precise cartographic outputs by preparing validating and updating spatial datasets to ensure map products meet quality standards.
• Manage map content lifecycle by organizing source data documenting changes and maintaining version histories.
• Interpret spatial requirements from project teams and translate them into detailed mapping specifications.
• Configure map layers, styles, and interactive features with MapGuide for user-friendly access.
• Use MS Excel to clean data and perform tabular analysis of spatial attributes.
• Create map documentation and project reports using MS Word.

Skills

GIS & cartography

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Office

MapGuide

UiPath

Generative AI

Prompt engineering

Domain familiarity in technology

Education

2–4 years GIS experience

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Office

MapGuide

UiPath

Job description

Job Summary

This SME Maps GIS and Cartography role with job code 70OA29 focuses on delivering accurate map production spatial data management and automation solutions using office productivity tools mapping platforms and emerging AI capabilities. The role supports hybrid work and contributes to reliable geospatial services for business and societal decision making.

Responsibilities

• Deliver precise cartographic outputs by preparing validating and updating spatial datasets to ensure map products consistently meet internal quality standards and support reliable decision making across projects and business units.
• Manage map content lifecycle by organizing source data documenting changes and maintaining clear version history so stakeholders can always access current and trustworthy geospatial information.
• Apply GIS and Maps domain expertise to interpret spatial requirements from project teams and translate them into detailed mapping specifications that improve usability and clarity for end users.
• Utilize MapGuide to configure map layers styles and interactive features that provide intuitive navigation and enable business users to explore spatial insights without technical friction.
• Leverage MS Excel to perform structured data preparation including data cleaning and tabular analysis of spatial attributes to strengthen accuracy and consistency of map linked information.
• Use MS Word to create clear map documentation user instructions and project reports that explain data sources methods and limitations in a manner that supports informed use of geospatial outputs.
• Employ MS Office tools to coordinate project inputs track progress and share deliverables ensuring smooth collaboration among cross functional teams working on mapping and GIS activities.
• Design and refine UiPath workflows that automate repetitive geospatial and documentation tasks increasing operational efficiency and reducing manual errors in map creation processes.
• Apply Generative AI tools to assist with drafting mapping narratives summarizing spatial findings and creating structured templates that enhance clarity and consistency of geospatial communication.
• Use prompt engineering techniques to craft effective instructions for AI systems ensuring outputs such as summaries descriptions and data checks are aligned with mapping standards and project expectations.
• Conduct regular quality checks on map products by reviewing symbology labels scale and data integrity and then documenting improvements that raise user confidence and align with organizational mapping guidelines.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to gather feedback on maps and spatial dashboards then incorporate suggested refinements that make geospatial content more accessible and impactful for business and community outcomes.
• Support knowledge sharing by organizing reusable map templates documenting repeatable GIS workflows and contributing to internal best practices that help the company deliver reliable geospatial solutions to society.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate two to four years of professional experience working with GIS and cartography activities where consistent delivery of high quality maps and spatial documentation has been a core responsibility.
• Show proven hands on proficiency in MS Word MS Office and MS Excel as essential technical tools for preparing source data managing project communication and generating detailed reports for geospatial work.
• Exhibit practical experience with MapGuide as a mandatory technical skill including configuration of map layers styling and interactive elements that enable robust and user friendly access to spatial information.
• Provide solid working knowledge of UiPath as a required technical capability to build and maintain automation workflows that streamline recurring mapping and documentation tasks and enhance team productivity.
• Demonstrate applied experience with Generative AI and prompt engineering as mandatory skills used to design effective prompts evaluate AI assisted outputs and integrate them into daily mapping related activities.
• Bring domain familiarity in technology environments as a good to have background which supports effective collaboration with technical teams and improves integration of geospatial solutions within digital platforms.
• Offer additional domain exposure in GIS mapping or related spatial analysis areas as a beneficial attribute that enriches the ability to understand complex spatial requirements and design fit for purpose map solutions.
• Commit to working in a hybrid model where onsite and remote responsibilities are balanced to maintain strong engagement with stakeholders while leveraging flexible work arrangements for sustained performance.
• Agree to operate within a daytime shift structure that supports stable communication with internal and external partners and aligns mapping deliverables with standard business hours.
• Confirm that the role does not require regular travel which allows focused attention on map production automation design and geospatial documentation from the primary work location.