GIS Development Specialist

Company: Federal Office of Topography swisstopo Location: Wabern | 80–100% | What You Can Contribute Design and implementation of geoinformation systems and applications Implementation of appropriate methods and tools for exploratory projects, e.g., deployment of deep learning algorithms Documentation of workflows and processes, and presentation of results at conferences What Makes You Unique Completed higher education in geoinformatics or computer science (Master’s or Bachelor’s degree) Proficiency in Python programming; confident use of QGIS and FME; experience in AI-related domains Solid knowledge of geospatial data, geospatial metadata, and agile software development methodologies Proactive, communicative personality with strong self-management and teamwork skills Active proficiency in two of Switzerland’s official languages (German, French, Italian) and English In a Nutshell Do you want to develop software prototypes and turn ideas into concrete solutions? Join a team at the forefront of geospatial innovation and help shape the future of Switzerland’s national geospatial infrastructure. We offer an inspiring and cooperative environment within a diverse team of developers from various institutional levels: municipalities, cantons, and the federal government. What We Offer Working for Switzerland: We support the Swiss success model and work for the benefit of the population. Lived Diversity: Through equal opportunity, we unlock our competencies and bring in diverse perspectives. Health at Work: We support and advise our employees on physical and mental health. swisstopo – knowledge you can rely on swisstopo is the federal center of expertise for geospatial information. It is responsible for the national geodetic survey and coordinates federal activities related to geospatial data and services. swisstopo provides its partners and customers with up-to-date, high-quality spatial reference data covering the entire territory of Switzerland, delivered as printed or digital topographic maps, 3D models, or web services. The office also serves as the federal authority for geology and the supervisory body for official surveying. swisstopo is committed to a good work–life balance and is certified with the Family and Work label. We foster an open, participatory, and collegial “Du” (informal “you”) culture. Additional Information Please apply via our online application management system by clicking “Apply Now.” We do not accept applications through third-party staffing agencies for this position. Questions About the Position? Rolf Buser +41 58 46 90403