GIS Analyst

Mott MacDonald; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking an experienced GIS professional to perform geospatial analysis, develop maps and dashboards, and manage large datasets for infrastructure and environmental projects.

You will design and maintain geodatabases, implement standardized data practices, and automate workflows using Python. The role involves collaboration across disciplines in a hybrid office setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Geospatial Science, Data Analytics, Environmental Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional GIS/geospatial experience.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro for spatial analysis, data management, cartography, and geodatabases.
• Experience handling large datasets with data validation, analysis, visualization, reporting.
• Strong Python for GIS automation, data processing, and workflow development.
• Experience building web maps, services, and apps with Portal for ArcGIS / ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Experience designing and maintaining file management systems, geodatabases, and data governance.

Responsibilities

• Perform geospatial analysis to support planning, design, environmental, and infrastructure projects.
• Develop maps, dashboards, visualizations, and technical exhibits for reports and client deliverables.
• Clean, organize, validate, and manage large datasets from multiple sources.
• Design and maintain geodatabases, data repositories, and project data environments.
• Develop standardized data management practices, metadata standards, and QC procedures.
• Create, configure, publish, and maintain web maps, applications, and services using ArcGIS platforms.
• Automate GIS workflows through Python scripting and geoprocessing tools.
• Support GIS integration with CAD, BIM, and other engineering platforms.
• Collaborate to improve processes, automate workflows, and enable digital innovation.
• Provide GIS guidance on data management best practices.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

Data management

Python scripting

ArcGIS Pro

Web maps development

GIS automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography / GIS

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Portal for ArcGIS

ArcGIS Online

SQL

Python

ArcGIS Enterprise

Job description

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At Mott MacDonald, we are driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. As a trusted engineering, management, and development consultancy, we work with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable outcomes that make a meaningful difference for the communities we serve.

When you join us as an experienced professional, you will bring your expertise to work that matters while continuing to grow your career. You will collaborate with talented colleagues across disciplines and geographies, contribute your perspective, and help shape better outcomes through technical excellence, innovation, and integrity.

Role Responsibilities:

• Perform geospatial analysis using spatial and non-spatial datasets to support planning, design, environmental, and infrastructure projects.
• Develop high-quality maps, dashboards, visualizations, and technical exhibits for reports, proposals, presentations, and client deliverables.
• Clean, organize, validate, analyze, and manage large datasets from multiple sources while ensuring data quality and integrity.
• Design, maintain, and enhance geodatabases, data repositories, and project data environments to support multidisciplinary project teams.
• Develop and implement standardized data management practices, file structures, metadata standards, and quality control procedures.
• Create, configure, publish, and maintain web maps, applications, and services using ArcGIS Enterprise and Portal for ArcGIS.
• Automate repetitive GIS and data processing workflows through Python scripting and geoprocessing tools.
• Support integration of GIS data with CAD, BIM, and other engineering platforms when required.
• Collaborate with project teams to identify opportunities for process improvement, workflow automation, and digital innovation.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project teams regarding GIS best practices, data management, and geospatial solutions.

Candidate Specification:

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Geospatial Science, Data Analytics, Environmental Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in GIS, geospatial analysis, data management, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated proficiency with ArcGIS Pro for spatial analysis, data management, cartography, and geodatabase development.
• Experience working with large and complex datasets, including data validation, analysis, visualization, and reporting.
• Strong working knowledge of Python for GIS automation, data processing, and workflow development.
• Experience developing and managing web maps, services, and applications using Portal for ArcGIS and/or ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Experience designing and maintaining file management systems, geodatabases, and data governance processes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret and communicate technical information effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing Enterprise Geodatabases (SDE) and supporting enterprise GIS environments.
• Familiarity with GIS integration workflows involving CAD, BIM, or engineering design platforms.
• Experience with ArcGIS Online, Survey123, Field Maps, Dashboards, Experience Builder, or other Esri applications.
• Knowledge of SQL, relational databases, or cloud-based data environments.
• Experience supporting infrastructure, transportation, water, environmental, or energy projects.

Build on your experience while helping shape what comes next. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside talented people on complex and rewarding projects that make a real difference. We value fresh perspectives, encourage collaboration, and provide opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and grow your career. Whether you're deepening your technical expertise, broadening your leadership experience, or exploring new opportunities across our business, you'll be supported by a team that is committed to helping you succeed.

Bring your expertise, curiosity, and drive to make a difference. If you are ready to join a collaborative consultancy where your perspective is valued, your growth is supported, and you are empowered to lead with integrity, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits & Rewards

The expected salary for this position is $73,000 - $89,000.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

In addition to base salary, Mott MacDonald offers performance‑based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, giving employees a direct connection to our success.

Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support the health, wellbeing, financial security, and professional growth of our employees. Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, FSA and HSA accounts, company‑paid life insurance, short-term and long‑term disability coverage, and a competitive 401(k) plan with company matching. We also provide paid time off, paid holidays, caregiver leave, employee referral bonuses, professional registration and membership reimbursements, and tuition assistance to support continued learning and career development.

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in‑office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face‑to‑face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet clients, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.