Geospatial Analysis Specialist - Remote

YO IT Consulting; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Part time

Job summary

YO IT Consulting is seeking a Geospatial Analysis Specialist for a remote, contract role. You will design, manage, and maintain spatial databases, perform geoprocessing, and develop QGIS plugins to meet project needs.

You will automate workflows with PyQGIS, produce high-quality maps, and communicate complex concepts clearly to stakeholders across distributed teams.

Qualifications

• Experience with QGIS including geoprocessing and map production.
• Strong Python skills with PyQGIS automation.
• Understanding of spatial projections and data transformation.
• Experience customizing QGIS via plugins or scripting.
• Clear written and verbal communication for technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Ability to produce professional cartographic outputs for decisions.
• Excellent organization and multi‑project management.

Responsibilities

• Design, manage, and maintain spatial databases with data integrity.
• Perform advanced geoprocessing and spatial modeling using QGIS.
• Develop and maintain QGIS plugins and extensions for projects.
• Automate geospatial workflows using Python (PyQGIS).
• Prepare cartographic maps and visualizations for reports and decisions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate requirements into geospatial solutions.
• Convey complex technical concepts clearly to stakeholders in writing and speaking.

Skills

QGIS proficiency

Python scripting

Geospatial data management

Geoprocessing

Cartography & visualization

Technical communication

Project organization

Tools

PyQGIS

QGIS plugins development

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Geospatial Analysis Specialist

Job Type: Contract

Location: Remote

Job Summary: In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, manage, and maintain spatial databases and ensure data integrity and accuracy across projects.
• Conduct advanced geoprocessing and spatial modeling using QGIS and integrate results into actionable insights.
• Develop, customize, and maintain QGIS plugins and extensions tailored to project specifications.
• Automate geospatial analysis workflows using Python (PyQGIS) to improve efficiency and reproducibility.
• Prepare high-quality cartographic maps and visualizations for reports, presentations, and decision support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional team members to understand requirements and transform them into geospatial solutions.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly in both written and verbal form to internal and external stakeholders.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Expertise in QGIS, including spatial database management, geoprocessing, and map production.
• Strong proficiency in Python, with hands‑on experience automating tasks within QGIS (PyQGIS).
• Thorough understanding of spatial projections, coordinate systems, and data transformation.
• Proven ability to customize QGIS through plugin development or scripting.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to produce professional cartographic outputs tailored to various decision‑making contexts.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail while managing multiple project priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in remote or distributed teams supporting external customers.
• Familiarity with additional open‑source GIS tools or cloud‑based geospatial platforms.
• Background in spatial analysis within industries such as environmental science, urban planning, or resource management.