Suresh Manda
GIS & LiDAR Mapping Engineer | 6.5+ Years of Experience in Geospatial Data Processing, Infrastructure Mapping, and AI-Driven Automation
Software Engineer - GIS at ValueLabs
About
Experience
Software Engineer - GIS
ValueLabs · full time
Apr 2021 – Mar 2026 · 4 yrs 11 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Managed geospatial data processing, feature editing, and digitization workflows. Created and maintained enterprise geodatabases based on client requirements. Performed property assessment mapping by delineating residential neighborhoods using parcel and assessor data. Processed and validated 210+ GIS datasets with >95% accuracy. Worked extensively with ArcGIS Pro for editing, topology validation, QA/QC, and spatial analysis. Supported AutoCAD-based review, layer management, CAD-to-GIS conversion, and GIS data integration. Automated GDB creation using AI tools, reducing manual effort by approximately 5%. Prepared client-ready GIS deliverables while consistently meeting project timelines. Collaborated with cross-functional teams and coordinated team activities; supported onboarding of new members. Successfully delivered client GIS deliverables within project timelines while maintaining data quality standards.
GIS Planner
Vision Geo Informatics · full time
Nov 2020 – Nov 2020 · < 1 mo · Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Worked with LiDAR point cloud data and referenced imagery for geospatial feature extraction. Performed 2D mapping of linear and infrastructure features using LiDAR and imagery. Captured road-related and infrastructure features including linear assets. Extracted and mapped traffic sign boards and other roadside features. Interpreted LiDAR and imagery together to identify and accurately position geographic features. Performed quality checks on captured features to maintain spatial accuracy.
Junior GIS & LiDAR Engineer
Remote Sensing Instruments · full time
Jan 2019 – Jun 2020 · 1 yr 5 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Performed LiDAR point cloud classification. Prepared LULC datasets. Executed digitization, QA/QC and spatial validation. Maintained GIS databases and supported documentation.
Projects & Portfolio
IPDS: Utility GIS mapping of poles, transformers, feeders and consumer network
Utility GIS mapping project focusing on electrical infrastructure assets including poles, transformers, feeders, and consumer connections.
AMRUT: Water supply and sewerage GIS mapping and geodatabase maintenance
GIS mapping and geodatabase management for urban water supply and sewerage infrastructure under AMRUT mission.
INCOIS: Coastal GIS datasets for hazard assessment and disaster management
Coastal GIS mapping and dataset development for hazard assessment and disaster preparedness.
National Hydrology Project: LiDAR processing, hydrological mapping and flood support
LiDAR point cloud processing, hydrological feature extraction, and flood modeling support.
Skills & Endorsements
Education
M-Tech
VIT University · Power Electronics & Drives
Jan 2015 – Jan 2017
B-Tech
Sri Prakash College of Technology · Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Jan 2010 – Jan 2015
GIS Software Proficiency
Languages
Licenses & Certifications
AiDE Agents Certified Engineer - GIS Automation & AI
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