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Senior GIS Solutions Architect and Project Manager

Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 3 days ago (last checked 16 Oct)

Veolia

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Barcelona
Contract
Permanent contract, full-time hours
Experience
10+ years
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Minimum of 10 years of demonstrable experience in the GIS sector.

  • Experience in design, architecture, evolution, and management of geospatial solutions.

  • Experience leading complex technological projects from start to finish.

Nice to have

Having a master's degree or postgraduate degree in GIS, Geomatics, Data Science, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Digital Transformation, or Project Management will be especially valued.

Education & certifications

An official university degree in one of the following areas will be necessary:

  • Computer Engineering or equivalent.

  • Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or related degrees.

  • Telecommunications Engineering, especially in profiles oriented towards systems, data, or technological architectures.

  • Geomatics and Surveying Engineering, Geomatics, or Geospatial Engineering.

  • Cartography Engineering, Geodesy, or equivalent degrees.

  • Geography, provided that a solid and demonstrable specialization in Geographic Information Systems is provided.

  • Other related STEM degrees, provided they are complemented by relevant professional experience in GIS architecture and projects.

The role

We are looking for a highly specialized senior professional who combines solid experience in integral project management, with deep technical knowledge in GIS solutions architecture.

  • Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of three large GIS projects.

  • Manage scope, budget, schedule, risks, dependencies, resources, and key performance indicators —KPIs—.

  • Prepare progress reports for stakeholders and management.

  • Ensure compliance with business objectives, deadlines, and agreed quality levels.

  • Define the high and low-level architecture of the GIS solutions.

  • Establish the technical requirements necessary for the evolution, maintenance, integration, and scalability of the applications.

  • Design solutions based on GIS platforms, web services, APIs, spatial databases, cloud environments, and hybrid architectures.

  • Review and validate the technical proposals, architectures, designs, and developments presented by subcontractors.

  • Audit code quality, configurations, technical documentation, and development practices.

  • Guarantee compliance with security, performance, availability, interoperability, and maintainability criteria.

  • Define standards, best practices, and technological governance criteria for GIS solutions.

Analyze current products and solutions to identify improvement opportunities.

Propose new functionalities, architectures, and service models.

Evaluate the incorporation of emerging technologies applicable to the geospatial field.

Drive the use of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in cases such as:

Automation of GIS processes.

Image classification and analysis.

Pattern and anomaly detection.

Predictive analysis.

Automated processing of geospatial data.

Generation and enrichment of geographic information.

Translate business needs into a technological and product roadmap.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews
  1. Application

  2. Interview with HR

    With HR team

  3. Interview with your future manager

    With a future manager

    Discuss the position and show your qualifications; in person or by video.

  4. Decision

  5. Onboarding

    Welcomed by your HR contact or manager and introduced to the teams.

About Veolia

Veolia is a global leader in optimized resource management, providing water, waste, and energy management solutions to municipalities and industries across more than 40 countries. With a workforce of over 200,000 employees, the company designs and implements services that help clients reduce their environmental footprint while improving operational efficiency. Veolia's activities span the entire water cycle, from treatment and distribution to wastewater management, as well as energy services and waste recovery.

In Spain, Veolia operates through several subsidiaries, including Aguas de Telde and Teidagua in the Canary Islands, and has a strong presence in regions like Catalonia, the Basque Country, and Madrid. The company is a major employer in the Spanish utilities and facilities management sector, with roles ranging from plant operators and maintenance technicians to engineers and project managers. For international professionals, Veolia offers opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and technical innovation, making it an attractive employer for those with engineering or operational backgrounds.

Founded
1853
Employees
200,000–250,000
Headquarters
Paris, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Zamudio and 5 more
Website
veolia.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Veolia has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and operations in Madrid, Barcelona, the Basque Country, and the Canary Islands, offering a wide range of roles across the country.
  • The company is a global leader in water, waste, and energy management, providing international professionals with opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects.
  • Veolia offers roles in both Spanish and English, and while Spanish is often required for client-facing positions, technical and engineering roles may be accessible to non-native speakers.
  • The company is committed to sustainability and ecological transformation, making it an attractive employer for professionals passionate about environmental impact.
  • Veolia provides extensive training and development programs, including internships and apprenticeships, which can be a good entry point for international candidates.

In their own words

About the company & team

As a benchmark for ecological transformation and a world leader in Environment, at Veolia we offer solutions for the efficient management of water, waste, and energy activities, driving the sustainable development of cities, industries, and agriculture.

Veolia is a listed company, currently a world leader in the environmental sector.

 
We work mainly in three major areas: water💧, offering solutions in both urban and industrial management; waste ♻ transforming it into new resources, and energy 🔋improving efficiency and reducing consumption and emissions in buildings, industries, and cities.

Additional information

  • Be part of a leading multinational company in the sector.
  • Permanent contract.
  • Flexibility and partial teleworking.
  • Professional growth within the organization.

What unites the entire workforce  is working with passion, enthusiasm and excellence so that our daily contribution is based on protecting the environment and guaranteeing access to water, together building a green and inclusive present.

¡If you want to be part of this team and join us in this great challenge, do not hesitate to apply for this offer! Are you up for it?

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

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