About the Role
Introduction
VdS is among the world’s most renowned institutions for corporate safety, focusing on fire protection, security, cybersecurity, and natural hazard prevention. Its services include risk assessments, equipment inspections, product and personnel certifications, and comprehensive training programs.
Position
For our Security & Geo division, we are seeking a GIS Specialist / GIS Developer (m/f/d) for the GeoExpertise department in Cologne, preferably starting on 01 January 2027, in full-time.
Your Responsibilities:
Preparation, analysis, and quality assurance of geospatial data, including integration of new data sources
Development and automation of data processing workflows
Design, development, and further enhancement of GIS applications, data products, and interfaces—including custom programming
Technical and domain-specific supervision of external development services, including software testing and acceptance
Ensuring operation of our applications and data services, both independently and in coordination with external service providers
Your Qualifications:
Completed university degree in GIS, computer science, geography, meteorology, or a comparable field
Practical experience with GIS and geospatial data processing
Solid proficiency in Python and SQL; experience with PostgreSQL/PostGIS is ideal
Hands-on experience in software development, with understanding of existing program structures and code
Experience with automated data processing, APIs, and software workflows
Experience with FME or similar tools for data integration and processing (advantageous)
Knowledge of natural hazards, weather, and climate data (advantageous)
Independent, structured, and self-motivated work style
Very good German and good English written and spoken skills
We Inspire You With:
Competitive salary and company pension scheme
Excellent work-life balance through flexible working hours and remote work options after onboarding
Diverse tasks ensuring no two workdays are alike
Intensive onboarding and continuous support for professional and personal development
30 days of annual leave plus additional non-working days on Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, and Rosenmontag (Shrove Monday)
Additional benefits: subsidy for workplace eyewear, discounted memberships at fitness studios (Kieser, Urban Sports Club), company savings plans, GermanyTicket, and JobRad (bike leasing)
Contact
Have we sparked your interest?
We look forward to receiving your application via our online application form.
For further information, please contact Ms. Martina Kranz at +49 221 7766 6428.