GIS Specialist

Explorer Publishing is seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled GIS Specialist to join our publishing team.

The role involves collecting, analyzing, and visualizing geographic data to support decision-making across projects and departments.

Candidates must be available to work full time in our Dubai office.

The role involves:

• Collect, process, and maintain spatial data from various sources (satellite imagery, GPS, surveys, etc.)
• Design, update, and manage GIS databases, ensuring data accuracy and integrity
• Produce high-quality maps, visualizations, and reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Analyze spatial data to identify patterns, relationships, and trends
• Support planning, environmental, infrastructure, logistics, or land-use projects with spatial analysis
• Develop and automate GIS workflows using tools such as Python, SQL, or ModelBuilder
• Provide GIS training and technical support to team members and end-users
• Stay updated with advancements in GIS software, data management, and mapping technologies

Position Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of GIS data editing, geospatial analysis, and coordinate systems.
• Proficient in QGIS, ArcGIS, and Enterprise Geodatabases (PostgreSQL).
• Skilled in Adobe Illustrator and MS Excel.
• Strong understanding of spatial data structures and GIS fundamentals.
• Experience with web GIS platforms (ArcGIS Online, Mapbox, Leaflet).
• Knowledge of programming for GIS (Python, SQL, JavaScript).
• Strong cartographic design and visualization skills.
• Familiarity with remote sensing and spatial data integration.
• Experience working to international GIS standards and best practices.

If you fit all the above requirements, please send a cover letter, CV and writing samples to info@askexplorer.com stating the reference code EXPGIS_2025 in the subject line.

Job Type: Full-time