GIS IT Engineer 80%

Kanton Zürich

Zürich

Key information

Publication date:02 October 2025
Workload:80%
Place of work:Zürich

Job summary

Shape your future at the Baudirektion’s GIS team.

Tasks

Manage and develop the GIS system landscape for Zurich.
Ensure geoinformation is accessible and effective for projects.
Work with a dedicated team on diverse geodata topics.

Skills

Academic degree in IT, Geoinformatics, or related fields.
Experience with server, network, and database administration.
Familiarity with Python, ArcGIS Enterprise, and IT security.

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GIS IT Engineer 80%

Shape your future at the Building Department.

Geoinformation moves Zurich. It is part of every planning, every construction project, and every decision with foresight. We ensure that this information reaches exactly where it is needed – for example via geo.zh.ch. We make geodata visible, understandable, and effective. As a GIS Infrastructure Specialist, you will take on a central role in the GIS unit at the Office for Spatial Development. Starting January 2026, you can expect a dedicated team of 20 people and the full range of geoinformation topics in the canton of Zurich.

For your future task – operation and further development of the cantonal GIS system landscape – you need solid knowledge in the administration of servers, networks, and databases, as well as experience with geodata and GNU/Linux. An interest in geoinformation and spatial issues completes your profile. You have an academic degree in computer science, geoinformatics, training as a system engineer (IT), or a comparable qualification.

Experience with Python, PowerShell, GitLab CI/CD, ArcGIS Enterprise, Docker, Kubernetes, Microsoft Azure, monitoring tools, and IT security, as well as knowledge of PostgreSQL/PostGIS, is an advantage. A structured, solution-oriented way of working and a strong interest in taking responsibility are also desirable.

Do you want to leave a mark? If you engage with us at the Building Department, you will shape the face of the canton of Zurich. We offer you an exciting environment – just 2 minutes from the main train station.

Juan Romero Abelleira is co-head of the GIS unit and may be your future supervisor. He is available for your specific questions: juan.romero@bd.zh.ch. We look forward to your online application. Your new environment: www.zh.ch/gis, more jobs: www.zh.ch/jobs.

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