Spatial Data Manager

WaterSuite Procstep, Inc.; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WaterSuite is a cloud-based geospatial platform with a growing inventory of spatial data layers, supporting source water protection and monitoring efforts for utilities, municipalities, and states.

The Spatial Data Manager will own the spatial data model, manage data processes, advise development teams on spatial functionality, and respond to ad-hoc requests while training teammates as needed.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and ability to manage complex spatial data models.
• Experience with spatial data at scale and large databases.
• Strong understanding of GIS concepts, tools, and processes.
• Good communication and collaboration in cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Owns and maintains the spatial data model from conceptual to attribute level.
• Oversees spatial data processes and ensures timely execution.
• Updates hundreds of layers with change tracking and keeps documentation current.

Skills

Attention to detail

Spatial data at scale

Large databases

PostgreSQL

PostGIS

SQL

GIS concepts

Relational databases

Task management

Verbal & written communication

Collaborative problem solving

Critical thinking

Education

CS / Geography / Environmental Science degree

Tools

PostgreSQL

PostGIS

SQL

Job description

WaterSuite is a cloud based geospatial platform housing a large and growing inventory of spatial data layers of all types and sizes from numerous sources. WaterSuite is a unique and valuable resource for the drinking water community, supporting source water protection and online monitoring efforts, and is in use by many clients, including drinking water utilities, municipalities and states.

Job Description

Spatial Data Manager performs a key role in the operations of WaterSuite by owning and maintaining the spatial data model, overseeing and executing spatial data processes as well as working with other team members to evolve the data model and processes to address emerging needs.

Responsibilities:

• Owns the spatial data model (conceptual level down to attribute level) and ensures compliance
• Owns the spatial data processes and ensures timely and orderly execution
• Spatial data processes include periodic layer updates with change tracking for hundreds of layers
• Keeps documentation on spatial data model and processes current
• Curates newly requested spatial data layers
• Works with team members to extend or modify the spatial data model
• Works with team members to build new processes or improve existing ones
• Advises application development team on spatial functionality
• Responds to ad-hoc spatial data or analysis requests
• Trains other team members on spatial data model and processes as needed
• Participates in agile teams, collects/reviews user stories, extracts requirements, creates/curates tickets
• Prepare/participate/present in company events, workshops, conferences or other venues

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience:

• Keen attention to detail
• Experience working with spatial data at scale
• Experience working with large databases
• Experience with PostgreSQL, PostGIS, SQL
• Understanding of GIS and spatial concepts, tools, processes
• Understanding of basic relational database concepts
• Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Collaborative problem solver
• Critical thinking to evaluate alternative solutions

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with drinking water concepts, hydrology, watershed science or similar
• Degree in computer science, geography, environmental science or relevant field
• GISP, PMP or other relevant certification

Additional Information

Location: Remote initially then Braintree, MA (at exit 6 off Route 93)

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