GIS Migration Consultant

Project Overview As part of a project to retire the current Geographic Information System (GIS), a robust and repeatable migration setup is being developed to fully and accurately transfer geographic data from the legacy system into the new GIS platform. Project Context The project aims to replace the existing GIS to enhance data processing and analysis capabilities through modern technologies and improved data quality. Data migration is a core component, ensuring seamless operation in the new system and safeguarding future requirements for data availability and integrity. Responsibilities Analyze existing geographic data structures in the legacy system, including object catalogs, attributes, and relationships. Develop a robust, reusable migration setup using Python and SQL to automate the transfer of all GIS objects and their metadata to the new system. Execute the data migration from the legacy system to the new GIS (e.g., ArcGIS Pro), ensuring data integrity and completeness. Identify and analyze inconsistencies, missing, or erroneous data post-migration. Design and implement data quality improvement measures (e.g., data cleansing, corrections). Generate reports on migration quality and progress. Document migration processes, scripts, and workflows. Coordinate with relevant departments to validate migration outcomes. Continuously optimize the migration process based on testing results and feedback. Project Volume 2,000 offsite hours 100 onsite hours 40 hours travel time for project-related trips Requirements Important Note: Only socially insured employees or nearshore resources (based outside Germany) are eligible for this position. Required Skills & Experience Solid expertise in Python and SQL for developing migration scripts and database queries. Practical experience with databases, including understanding of database structures and modeling. Hands-on experience with GIS systems, preferably ArcGIS Pro or comparable platforms. Proven experience in data migration and transformation, especially for geospatial data. Analytical and structured work approach, with a strong affinity for digitalization and process optimization. Competencies Strong programming skills: Python, SQL Knowledge of database architecture and structure Experience with GIS systems / ArcGIS Pro (preferred) Affinity to digitalization Structured working methods Additional Information Planned Start Date: October 1, 2026 End Date: December 31, 2027 Work Location: Remote & Frankfurt (onsite days as needed) Workload: 100%