GIS Specialist / Developer

1h1 hour ago

CERN

CH · Full-time · CHF 63,192 – CHF 69,516

About this role

Contribute to the administration, operation, support, and development of Geographic Information System (GIS) applications, including web interfaces to share geospatial information. Join the Geomatics team in the Site and Civil Engineering (SCE) Department at CERN. Manage measuring, collecting, and geospatial data for infrastructure and equipment.

Collaborate with Future Collider Studies such as FCC and Muon Collider to ensure reliability and continuous improvement of dedicated GIS applications. Implement additional developments and enhancements to current web applications. Maintain and support existing GIS web applications for CERN and external users.

Perform computing tasks related to GIS infrastructure and databases as part of the Geomatics team. Handle geospatial data tied to CERN's infrastructure within the SCE Department. Focus on web-based tools for sharing information across users.

Build initial experience in GIS and web development through cutting-edge projects. Access on-the-job and formal training, including language classes. Benefit from possible contract extension up to 36 months in a dynamic research environment.

Requirements

Initial experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), particularly the ESRI suite, and managing geospatial data related to infrastructure and equipment
Initial experience in development of web-based GIS applications and their maintenance
Initial experience in developing tools and scripts related to geospatial information and associated databases
Strong foundations in GIS software (ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Enterprise), Python, and JavaScript/TypeScript
Practical knowledge of web technologies including JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, web services (SOAP/REST), and Git
Knowledge of and interest in geodesy
Strong attention to detail, good organisational skills, ability to work autonomously, and proactive mindset
Spoken and written English or French, with commitment to learn the basics of the other

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Future Collider Studies (e.g., FCC, Muon Collider) to ensure reliability and continuous improvement of dedicated GIS applications
Implement additional developments and enhancements to current web applications
Maintain and support existing GIS web applications for CERN and external users
Perform computing tasks related to GIS infrastructure and databases
Administer and operate GIS applications including web interfaces
Develop tools and scripts for geospatial information and associated databases

Benefits

Monthly stipend between 5266-5793 Swiss Francs (tax free) depending on degree
30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure
Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for self, spouse, and children) and membership of the CERN Pension Fund
Family, child, and infant monthly allowances depending on individual circumstances
Relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on individual circumstances
Possibility to extend contract up to 36 months
On-the-job and formal training including language classes