GIS Specialist (f/m/d)

Deutsche Bahn (DB Group); Doha; On-site; QAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Deutsche Bahn (DB Group) seeks a GIS Specialist in Qatar to lead GIS database development and analysis for transport data management. You will design data models, support planning teams, and deliver dashboards and maps that inform transport decisions.

The role requires a strong background in ArcGIS Enterprise, geodatabases, and spatial analysis, with experience in government or large infrastructure programs considered a plus. Relocation support offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geomatics, Geography, Surveying, Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, or a related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in GIS, spatial analytics, geospatial database management, or transport-related GIS applications.
• Proven experience implementing and managing ArcGIS Enterprise, enterprise geodatabases, and web-based GIS solutions.
• Strong expertise in spatial analysis, geoprocessing, data integration, cartography, and geospatial visualization.
• Experience supporting transport planning, mobility analytics, transportation modelling, or infrastructure management programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GIS data governance, metadata management, data quality assurance, and geospatial standards.
• Experience working with government agencies, transport authorities, or large-scale infrastructure programs; GCC experience is highly desirable.
• Strong communication, stakeholder coordination, and technical reporting skills, with the ability to work within multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, maintenance, and enhancement of GIS databases for the TDMS.
• Manage collection, integration, validation, and spatial analysis of datasets.
• Develop and maintain geospatial data models, maps, and services for planning.
• Support transport planning and modelling teams with advanced spatial analysis.
• Administer GIS platforms, geodatabases, and ArcGIS Enterprise environments.
• Produce GIS dashboards, maps, web mapping apps, and spatial reports.
• Establish GIS data standards, metadata, and governance practices.
• Coordinate with government agencies and stakeholders to share data.

Skills

Spatial analysis

Geospatial visualization

Data integration

Cartography

Stakeholder coordination

Geographic information systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geomatics, Geography, Surveying, Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, or related discipline; Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ArcGIS Enterprise

Geodatabases

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

For Qatar we are seeking a GIS Specialist

Deutsche Bahn’s expertise is in high demand all around the world. As a leading engineering and consulting company in the rail sector, DB Engineering & Consulting offers that knowledge – starting with an idea and continuing all the way to operations. We advise our customers in Germany and around the globe, develop technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With sustainable concepts, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment and help shape the world of the future.

Since 1966, DB Engineering & Consulting has implemented thousands of projects of any size and complexity in over 100 countries. About 5,000 employees from 84 nations are currently realizing the projects of our customers with professional knowledge and intercultural experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, maintenance, and enhancement of GIS databases supporting the Transport Data Management System (TDMS).
• Manage the collection, integration, validation, and spatial analysis of transport, mobility, infrastructure, and land-use datasets.
• Develop and maintain geospatial data models, digital mapping products, and spatial information services for transport planning and decision-making.
• Support transport planning, traffic engineering, and modelling teams through advanced spatial analysis and visualization tools.
• Administer GIS platforms, geodatabases, and ArcGIS Enterprise environments to ensure data accessibility, security, and reliability.
• Produce GIS dashboards, thematic maps, web mapping applications, and spatial reporting tools for MOT and stakeholders.
• Establish GIS data standards, quality control procedures, metadata requirements, and geospatial governance practices.
• Coordinate with government agencies and external stakeholders to facilitate data sharing, integration, and continuous improvement of transport geospatial assets.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geomatics, Geography, Surveying, Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, or a related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in GIS, spatial analytics, geospatial database management, or transport-related GIS applications.
• Proven experience implementing and managing ArcGIS Enterprise, enterprise geodatabases, and web-based GIS solutions.
• Strong expertise in spatial analysis, geoprocessing, data integration, cartography, and geospatial visualization.
• Experience supporting transport planning, mobility analytics, transportation modelling, or infrastructure management programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GIS data governance, metadata management, data quality assurance, and geospatial standards.
• Experience working with government agencies, transport authorities, or large-scale infrastructure programs; GCC experience is highly desirable.
• Strong communication, stakeholder coordination, and technical reporting skills, with the ability to work within multidisciplinary project teams.

We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.

Attractive employment conditions We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.

With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.

Intercultural teams With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.

We offer attractive career opportunities - worldwide. With a work environment that encourages growth and creativity, you will work on complex and innovative projects in international teams on all continents and bring markets and people together.

To ensure a smooth and successful start for your international employment, we assist you with relocation and immigration.

Mobilization & relocation support To ensure a smooth and successful start for your international employment, we assist you with relocation and immigration.

We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training andsupport you in preparing for the next career step.

Professional onboarding and development We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training andsupport you in preparing for the next career step.

Our international security support ensures safe working conditions worldwide and provides you with relevant information for a safe living around theglobe.

Please note that your application will be saved and used in electronic form as a part of the application process for this position.

Thank you for considering DB Engineering & Consulting as prospective employer!