GIS Data Engineer

S&P Global • Calgary, AB

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The GIS Data Engineer role is part of the spatial delivery team at S&P Global Energy, which is responsible for supporting end-to-end spatial data workflows, including ingestion, validation, transformation, and delivery, while ensuring quality, standardization, and automation. The team is seeking a motivated GIS developer to enhance this capability by developing and automating spatial data processes. Candidates should possess knowledge and experience in GIS, spatial data, ETL software, and database technologies, with a strong interest in understanding the full workflow of spatial data products. S&P Global Energy provides a comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets, enabling customers to make informed decisions and create long-term, sustainable value through its four core capabilities: Platts for news and pricing, CERA for research and advisory, Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions, and Events for industry collaboration. S&P Global, the parent company, empowers businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise, and technology to make decisions with conviction, advancing essential intelligence through world-leading benchmarks, data, and insights.

Requirements

• 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geomatics or a related field preferred.
• Proficient using GIS Software (e.g. ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, QGIS)
• Experience using spatial data ETL software (e.g. FME Form, FME Flow)
• Scripting/automation experience (e.g. Python, ModelBuilder, PyQGIS).
• Hands-on experience with SQL queries and relational databases.
• Strong interest in spatial data concepts and spatial data management practices
• Understanding of coordinate systems, projections and datum transformations.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of cloud-based database platforms (Snowflake, Databricks, etc)
• Knowledge of AWS or other cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop new spatial data ETL processes and datasets to support application and customer deliveries.
• Create new spatial datasets in collaboration with product owners, subject matter experts and business leads.
• Work with the spatial delivery team to automate and optimize existing data processes.
• Ensure spatial data deliveries are consistent and maintained across our customer applications.
• Assist with internal technology migrations to cloud based database platforms.
• Apply problem-solving to troubleshoot data concerns and customer enquiries.
• Be a subject matter expert for our spatial data processes and derived datasets.
• Stay current with rapidly changing technology, applying it to projects and business needs.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees