GIS Data Analyst (3-Month Contract – On-Site in Riyadh)Location: Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaContract Type: 3-Month Extendable Consultancy (On-Site)Industry: Geospatial Data
About the RoleWe’re looking for a GIS Data Analyst to support a leading Smart City program in Riyadh. This is an on-site, 3-month contract role (possibility of extention) focused on ensuring the accuracy, quality, and usability of spatial data across digital city platforms. You’ll play a key role in managing geospatial datasets, enforcing data quality standards, and enabling data-driven insights that shape the city’s planning, mobility, and infrastructure decisions.
Key ResponsibilitiesManage and maintain spatial datasets in ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online.Conduct data cleansing, profiling, and validation using ArcGIS Pro and related Esri tools.Define and implement spatial data quality rules and topology checks.Support analytical teams with maps, dashboards, and spatial visualizations.Automate validation and transformation workflows using Python, ArcPy, and ModelBuilder.
Qualifications & SkillsBachelor’s or Master’s in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, Urban Planning, or a related field.5+ years of experience in GIS data analysis.Proficiency in Esri technologies (ArcGIS Pro, Online, Enterprise).Strong skills in Python, ArcPy, SQL, and geodatabase management.Knowledge of coordinate systems, topology, and spatial data standards.Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Preferred ExperienceEsri Certification (e.g., ArcGIS Desktop / Enterprise Geodata Management).Familiarity with digital twins, OGC standards, and smart city data platforms.Exposure to urban datasets (utilities, zoning, environment, mobility, etc.).
This is a 3-month on-site consultancy role in Riyadh, with potential for extension.
