Deliver geospatial solutions, services and mapping products
Support enterprise GIS platforms and spatial data capabilities
Contribute to modern engineering practices and continuous improvement
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
As a Geospatial Engineer, you'll help deliver and support the geospatial solutions, services and platforms that enable NZ Transport Agency | Waka Kotahi (NZTA) to make better decisions and deliver better outcomes for New Zealanders. Working within the Chief Technology Office's Data function, you'll contribute to a wide range of geospatial initiatives while developing your technical capability alongside experienced geospatial professionals.
You'll apply your geospatial engineering expertise to design, build, maintain and support reliable solutions that meet business needs and align with enterprise standards. Working collaboratively with data, digital, business and vendor teams, you'll contribute to projects, operational services and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen NZTA's geospatial capability.
You will:
Design, build, test, maintain and support geospatial solutions, services, integrations and mapping products
Deliver geospatial engineering activities across projects, products and operational services
Support the implementation of geospatial platform standards, service improvements and roadmap activities
Develop and maintain spatial data pipelines and integration processes
Investigate and resolve geospatial issues and incidents, escalating complex matters when required
Apply DataOps, automation and observability practices to improve reliability and maintainability
Contribute to geospatial engineering standards, design patterns and technical guidelines
Collaborate with stakeholders, vendors and delivery teams to achieve successful outcomes
Support solution design for data products and services that enable analytics, AI and operational use cases.
You will find out more about the role here: Position Description
Ko koe tēnei | About you
You'll be a capable geospatial professional with a strong foundation in GIS technologies and a passion for delivering practical solutions. You'll enjoy working collaboratively, solving technical problems and continuously building your skills while contributing to meaningful outcomes. You'll bring a customer-focused mindset and the ability to balance delivery priorities with quality, performance and supportability.
You will bring:
Experience delivering geospatial solutions and web mapping applications using the Esri platform
Experience supporting and administering enterprise geospatial platforms
Working knowledge of spatial databases, preferably Microsoft SQL Server
Experience developing or supporting spatial data integration and ETL processes, ideally using FME
Knowledge of software development practices, system integration and version control
Technical knowledge of ArcGIS Enterprise Platform, including configuration and service management
Experience working within Agile delivery and change management environments
·Strong planning and prioritisation skills with the ability to meet delivery timeframes
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in the public sector.
Mō mātou | About Us
Te Aukaha | Digital exists to improve service offerings, support decision-making and make it easier for people to interact with NZTA. We provide modern, fit-for-purpose digital, information and technology solutions that enable our people, partners and customers to deliver better outcomes.
Within Digital, the Chief Technology Office (CTO) is a strategic business enabler responsible for delivering the digital capabilities, platforms and leadership needed to support NZTA's operational performance, regulatory responsibilities and…