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    This person will be responsible for supporting the Geospatial Data Science and Digital Twins team to apply advanced geospatial analytical techniques to derive insights from its big data environment. The successful candidate will also be responsible for undertaking research and development into geospatial services and application of new technologies, development of automated solutions including developing 3D virtual cities and digital twins, new GIS data products and data science and insights services from the vast array of spatial datasets.

    This role will also allow the post holder to take the initiative on the development of data science related projects and analytics products with underlying spatial data to develop our new urban analytics service offer.

    The person will also assist in the development of web mapping solutions using machine learning tools and embedding geospatial datasets into gaming platforms/engines to demonstrate the capabilities of GIS solutions to clients using both open source and proprietary software packages. The person will also assist in broadening Buro Happold geospatial data and information modelling capabilities through regular consultations with BIM and Computational Engineering disciplines.

    Your Skills & Experience

    • Experience in geospatial data analytics and insights concepts and ability to apply them.
    • Proficiency in data science related languages such as Python, R, Matplotlib and MATLAB.
    • Experience of deriving insights and patterns from big data with statistical methods and processes.
    • Experience in ArcGIS, QGIS, Shapely or GeoPandas for geospatial data analysis.
    • Experience in producing training documentation as well as leading training sessions and workshops, 1 to 1 or in groups.
    • Experience in the development, setting up and configuration of spatial databases such as PostgreSQL/PostGIS, MS SQL Spatial and any other big data platform.
    • Experience in spatial data processing and spatial data management processes with strong emphasis in developing SQL scripts.
    • Experience in geospatial data ETL (extraction, transformation and loading) to a spatial data warehouse environment, with a strong emphasis on CAD to GIS data processing
    • Strong experience in using ETL software to automate data processes and create streamlined workflows using graphical programming such as FME, ESRI Interoperability Extension, QGIS Modeller, ArcGIS Model Builder.
    • Candidate should have some experience in creating data schemas, and ontologies, defining properties and rules for different dataset types to encourage data consistency across the business.
    • Knowledge in developing and using modern data visualisation technology dashboards such as D3.js, Cesium 3D, Deck.gl, PowerBI or equivalent platforms for geospatial data visualisation and analytics.
    • Familiarity with semantic 3D modelling capabilities and methodologies using 3D datasets such as LIDAR, Point Clouds, and other 3D models and objects.
    • Ability to train, calibrate and validate computer vision algorithms for feature extraction such as the use of OpenCV and FME.
    • Experience in the development and application of geospatial data standards, methods and procedures e.g., Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) standards specifications and applications.
    • Strong complex problems solving skills and self-starter.
    • Ability to communicate geospatial data analytics methodologies and insights to both technical and non-technical people.

    Experience in the application of Natural Language Processing (NLP) to cluster and pattern recognition in textual information.

    Desirable skills

    • Ability to work as part of a team with strong attention to detail.
    • Ability to pick up and use new concepts and technologies quickly.
    • Proficient in the use of Microsoft software packages such as Power BI, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Microsoft project.
    • Experienced in web development using programming languages and technologies such as JavaScript, node.js, HTML5, CSS, QT etc.
    • Experience in managing GIS Infrastructure on Windows Server, such as database, windows services, IIS management, database configuration, FME Server, ArcGIS Server/ ArcGIS Enterprise, Microsoft Azure or AWS,.
    • Some knowledge or experience of database synchronisation between database servers for one-way and bi-directional data transfer would be beneficial.
    • Experience in managing ArcGIS Online or Portal for ArcGIS would be a plus for tasks such as member, and group management, licencing, content management

    Qualifications

    • A graduate from a relevant technical degree qualification in Data Science related course, GIS/Computer Science. A master’s degree or PhD would be added advantage with 5 years or more experience.

    Be you at Buro Happold

    Buro Happold is proud to be a practice of a diverse range of professionals. We actively promote inclusivity to enable every individual to reach their full potential, the more inclusive we are the better our work will be.

    We are working to change the lack of representation of minority groups in the built environment, and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Diverse people with different experiences develop the most innovative and elegant solutions through collaboration.