GIS Developer

The Boomerang For Earth Conservation is seeking a GIS Web Developer and Analyst for a conservation project in the Maldives. The GIS developer will be in charge of creating, developing and maintaining web, mobile and desktop GIS applications. S/he will also be asked to run basic spatial and temporal analysis using long-term data set on various marine related topics.

Responsibilities includes but are not limited to:

• Design, develop and maintain web mapping applications using a variety of ArcGIS for Server APIs (JavaScript, Silverlight, and Flex)
  
• Develop and maintain desktop GIS applications utilizing, ArcGIS and Python
  
• Develop of GIS software applications to create, convert, integrate, and maintain digital spatial (map) data layers into the GIS database.
  
• Training of project staff and other partners on the use of GIS database and online apps
  
• Work with data in Excel, Access, and Relational Database Management Systems (Microsoft SQL Server)
  
• Assist with development of mobile applications including field data collection applications using ArcGIS Mobile, ESRI ArcPad, or similar applications for consumption on mobile and tablet devices
  
• Assist staff with spatial and temporal analysis of endangered megafauna
  
• Writing reports and scientific publications.
  
•  Collect data in the field to map, inventory, and quality control facilities, utilities, and other infrastructure layers.
  

They are looking for a creative, motivated person with a real passion for marine conservation. We are happy to accept students wishing to do their Master project with us.

For further information, please contact Agnese Mancini: amancini1979@gmail.com

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