Geomatics Engineer (SCE-SAM-TG-2025-156-GRAP) at CERN

Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Dec, 25

Salary

6911.0

Posted On

30 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

GIS Software, ESRI Suite, Python, JavaScript, SQL, Image Processing, FME, Agisoft, Pix4D, Computer Security, Git, BIM Models, 3D GIS, Drone Operation, GIS Database Management, Network Administration

Industry

Research Services

Description

Job Description Your responsibilities As a Geomatics Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and improving GIS applications, participate in managing the GIS server infrastructure, and operate drones for orthoimage acquisition. Key Tasks: Operating the team's drone for orthoimage acquisition, including flight planning, regulatory compliance, authorizations, and image processing. Supporting the administration and management of the complete GIS server infrastructure. Managing and refining the GIS database model and structure. Developing, maintaining, and improving in-house GIS applications. Enhancing the 3D GIS platform, with a focus on integrating BIM models and underground networks. More information here: https://sce-dep.web.cern.ch/knowledge-center/gis-portal Your profile Proficiency with GIS Software (Desktop and server) - ideally ESRI suite (Arcgis Desktop and Server) Experience programming languages Knowledge in relational databases and SQL. Familiarity with system/network administration for Gis infrastructure Knowledge with image processing software Skills: ESRI suite (Arcgis Desktop and Server), FME. Agisoft or Pix4D Python and javascript languages, git use Computer security Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language. Eligibility criteria: You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State. You have a professional background in Geomatics, Geographic Information,Computing (or a related field) and have either: a Master's degree with 2 to 6 years of post-graduation professional experience; or a PhD with no more than 3 years of post-graduation professional experience. You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before. Additional Information Job closing date: October 28th 2025 at 23:59 (midnight) CET. Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum. Target start date: 01-January-2026 This position involves a valid driving licence. Job reference: SCE-SAM-TG-2025-156-GRAP Field of work: Data Science & Data Analytics What we offer A monthly stipend ranging between 6287 and 6911 Swiss Francs per month (net of tax). Coverage by CERN's comprehensive health scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund. Depending on your individual circumstances: installation grant; family, child and infant allowances; payment of travel expenses at the beginning and end of contract. 30 days of paid leave per year. On-the-job and formal training at CERN as well as in-house language courses for English and/or French. About us At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern. We are on a Quest. A Journey into discovery like no other. Bring your expertise to our unique work and develop your knowledge and skills at pace. Join world-class subject matter experts on unique projects, in a Quest for greater knowledge and deeper understanding. Begin your CERN Quest. Take Part! Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.

Responsibilities

As a Geomatics Engineer, you will develop and improve GIS applications, manage GIS server infrastructure, and operate drones for orthoimage acquisition. Key tasks include flight planning, regulatory compliance, and enhancing the 3D GIS platform.