GEOSPATIAL DATA TECHNICIAN – SP

Geospatial Data Technician – SP Apply your talent and skills to help leading companies improve everyday life.
Who We Are Cognizant (Nasdaq-100.
CTSH) engineers modern businesses.
We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world.
Together, we’re improving everyday life.
See how at www.
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What You’ll Do The Geospatial Data Technician is responsible for assessing, manipulating and modifying geospatial third party data sets.
Experience in GIS data processing is required including coursework and/or previous work in ArcGIS, QGIS.
This role includes a customer experience component that involves interaction with our external GIS professional partners.
Key Responsibilities · Manipulate geospatial data sets in ArcGIS/QGIS/relevant mapping software · Evaluate geospatial data sets for freshness, quality and accuracy · Research open source geospatial basemap data sets and evaluate for quality · Respond to geospatial data providers questions using industry knowledge and customer care · Use mapping tools and GIS experience to continually improve mapping accuracy and edits · Analyze mapping data and make decisions based on policy to complete mapping workflows · Run QA tools · Enter key mapping metadata and other information as requested with high accuracy · Proactively identify and raise systemic problems with tools or processes Preferred Experience.
· Knowledge of English language on at least intermediate level · Experience in GIS data processing · Ability to analyze the components of a shapefile and other standard formats for data quality · Recognize appropriate data projection for data sets based on location and standards · A positive, empathetic and professional attitude toward partners at all times · Ability to work independently, troubleshoot problems with minimal oversight · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills · Attention to detail · Self-motivated and able to work under pressure · Ability to work independently and as part of a team Why Cognizant? A career in one of the largest and fastest growing IT services providers worldwide.
Ongoing support and funding with training and development plans.
A highly competitive benefits and salary package.
Opportunity to work for leading global companies.
Cognizant values diversity in our talent pool, so we encourage professionals with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, people in refugee situations, women, racial groups, and professionals 50+ to apply for all our advertised openings.
The Cognizant community.
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another.
Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Cognizant is a global community with more than associates around the world.
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We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us.
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.
Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses.
Headquartered in the U.
., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers ) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.
Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.
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Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion.
We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome.
Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
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