GIS Analyst (Junior)

trtwo; Italia; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

UrbyetOrbit is seeking a Junior GIS Analyst to support spatial data processing, cartographic production and geospatial analysis activities. You will work within a multidisciplinary team on projects involving urban planning, environmental monitoring and infrastructure mapping.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional with a passion for geospatial technologies to develop hands‑on skills in a real‑world operational environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geography, Environmental Sciences, Urban Planning, Geomatics or related field.
• Proficiency in at least one GIS platform: QGIS, ArcGIS Pro or ArcGIS Desktop.
• Basic understanding of coordinate reference systems, projections and spatial data formats.
• Knowledge of spatial analysis fundamentals: buffering, overlay, interpolation, network analysis.
• Basic Python or R for data processing is a plus.
• Good written and spoken English (B2+); Italian required.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage geospatial datasets from various sources (satellite imagery, drone surveys, open data portals).
• Create thematic maps, spatial analyses and cartographic outputs using GIS software.
• Support data quality control, validation and metadata documentation.
• Assist in the development of spatial databases and geodatabases.
• Contribute to field data collection campaigns and GPS surveys when required.
• Prepare technical reports and visual outputs for project deliverables.
• Support senior analysts in spatial modelling and geostatistical analysis.
• Maintain organised project file structures and version control of datasets.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

Python

R

English (B2+)

Italian language

Education

Degree in Geography or related field

Tools

QGIS

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Desktop

PostGIS

SpatiaLite

GRASS GIS

Google Earth Engine

Leaflet/OpenLayers/Mapbox

Job description

UrbyetOrbit is an innovative company founded in 2015, specializing in urban technologies, smart city solutions and orbital innovation services. Sede operativa: Via Napoli 6, 16134 Genova (GE) / Via Federigo Verdinois 6/8, 00159 Roma (RM).

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Salary Range

22000-25000 EUR gross/year

Job Description

UrbyetOrbit is looking for a Junior GIS Analyst to support spatial data processing, cartographic production and geospatial analysis activities. You will work within a multidisciplinary team on projects involving urban planning, environmental monitoring and infrastructure mapping.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional with a passion for geospatial technologies to develop hands‑on skills in a real‑world operational environment. You will be mentored by senior analysts and progressively take on more complex tasks as your expertise grows.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage geospatial datasets from various sources (satellite imagery, drone surveys, open data portals)
• Create thematic maps, spatial analyses and cartographic outputs using GIS software
• Support data quality control, validation and metadata documentation
• Assist in the development of spatial databases and geodatabases
• Contribute to field data collection campaigns and GPS surveys when required
• Prepare technical reports and visual outputs for project deliverables
• Support senior analysts in spatial modelling and geostatistical analysis
• Maintain organised project file structures and version control of datasets

Must-have Requirements

• Degree in Geography, Environmental Sciences, Urban Planning, Geomatics or related field
• Proficiency in at least one GIS platform: QGIS, ArcGIS Pro or ArcGIS Desktop
• Basic understanding of coordinate reference systems, projections and spatial data formats (shapefile, GeoJSON, GeoTIFF, KML)
• Knowledge of spatial analysis fundamentals: buffering, overlay, interpolation, network analysis
• Basic proficiency in Python or R for data processing is a plus
• Good written and spoken English (B2+); Italian required
• Attention to detail and structured approach to data management

Nice-to-have Requirements

• Experience with remote sensing data processing (optical or radar)
• Familiarity with PostGIS, SpatiaLite or other spatial databases
• Knowledge of web mapping technologies (Leaflet, OpenLayers, Mapbox)
• Experience with GRASS GIS or Google Earth Engine
• Basic understanding of photogrammetry or LiDAR data processing
• Coursework or projects involving urban analytics or environmental monitoring

Personal Requirements

• Genuine curiosity about geospatial technologies and their real-world applications
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical skills in a professional environment
• Good team player with clear communication skills
• Organised and methodical approach to work
• Proactive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges