Geospatial Analysis Specialist - Remote

YO IT Consulting; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

YO IT Consulting is looking for a Geospatial Analysis Specialist to leverage expertise in QGIS for managing spatial databases and conducting geospatial analyses. You'll help train AI systems using your domain knowledge and contribute to developing insights from data.

In this remote role, you are expected to maintain high-quality outputs, produce cartographic maps, and communicate effectively with stakeholders across projects. A strong understanding of Python for task automation is also essential.

Qualifications

• Expertise in QGIS with spatial database management and geoprocessing.
• Strong proficiency in Python for QGIS automation.
• Exceptional communication skills for technical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain spatial databases ensuring data integrity.
• Conduct advanced geoprocessing and spatial modeling using QGIS.
• Automate workflows using Python to improve efficiency.

Skills

Expertise in QGIS

Python proficiency

Spatial database management

Cartographic map production

Attention to detail

Technical communication skills

Tools

QGIS

PyQGIS

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.