23 Cartography jobs in Saudi Arabia

Overview

Cartography Map Specialist –

Cartography Map Specialist

Grade: 6

BAE Systems is the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor under Government-to-Government arrangements to provide equipment, support and training to Saudi Arabia. We enable maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) aircraft and train RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons.

BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda, including Saudisation and developing Saudi National capability through the growth of Saudi National Partner Companies, thereby reinforcing industrialisation and partnerships.

The Cartography Map Specialist is responsible for creating and maintaining maps using geospatial tools and technologies. The purpose of this role is to ensure that all maps are accurate, up-to-date, and reflect the latest geospatial information.

• Creates and maintains maps using geospatial tools and technologies.
• Ensures that all maps are accurate, up-to-date, and reflect the latest geospatial information.
• Collaborates with other geospatial specialists to integrate geospatial data into maps.
• Applies analytical and creative skills to develop optimal map layouts and designs.
• Prints and plots maps using various printing techniques.
• Monitors map production processes to ensure quality and timeliness.
• Maintains a comprehensive knowledge of mapping platforms and tools.

• Bachelor's degree in Geography or equivalent.
• Certificate in Cartography.
• Experience in a cartography map technician position.
• Skills in ArcGIS Pro, MicroStation, Adobe Illustrator.

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation and access to free recreation facilities, all available within Company secured accommodation. In addition, a generous leave and travel allowance makes this an opportunity not to be missed.

On successfully securing a role your appointment to Saudi Arabia will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in the future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia.

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised recreational facilities.

At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of 89,600 people in more than 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.

All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.

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Imar, Engineering Consultants is a multidisciplinary consulting firm offering a wide range of services, including urban planning and design, architectural and engineering design, interior design, real estate consulting, and other services related to the urban development sector. Since its establishment in 1993, Emaar has contracted with a long list of clients in both the public and private sectors.

A GIS job involves collecting, managing, and analyzing geographic data to create maps and visualizations that solve real-world problems. Responsibilities include maintaining spatial databases, performing spatial analysis, creating visual reports, and providing technical support for GIS projects. Professionals use specialized software like ArcGIS and QGIS to support planning.

Responsibilities :

Data Management:

Creating, maintaining, and updating spatial databases with information from various sources like satellite imagery.

Data Analysis:

Performing spatial analysis to identify trends, patterns, and relationships within the data, using geospatial modeling techniques.

Mapping and Visualization:

Designing and producing thematic maps, reports, and dashboards to effectively communicate spatial insights to stakeholders.

Technical Support:

Providing expertise on GIS software and tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems
• 5+ years of experience in same field
• Strong in
  Visual Basic- JavaScript
  ,
  MS SQL Server - Oracle

GIS Data Analyst (3-Month Contract – On-Site in Riyadh)

Contract Type: 3-Month Extendable Consultancy (On-Site)

We’re looking for a GIS Data Analyst to support a leading Smart City program in Riyadh. This is an on-site, 3-month contract role (possibility of extension) focused on ensuring the accuracy, quality, and usability of spatial data across digital city platforms. You’ll play a key role in managing geospatial datasets, enforcing data quality standards, and enabling data-driven insights that shape the city’s planning, mobility, and infrastructure decisions.

• Manage and maintain spatial datasets in ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online .
• Conduct data cleansing, profiling, and validation using ArcGIS Pro and related Esri tools.
• Define and implement spatial data quality rules and topology checks.
• Support analytical teams with maps, dashboards, and spatial visualizations .
• Automate validation and transformation workflows using Python, ArcPy, and ModelBuilder .

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, Urban Planning, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in GIS data analysis.
• Proficiency in Esri technologies (ArcGIS Pro, Online, Enterprise).
• Strong skills in Python, ArcPy, SQL , and geodatabase management.
• Knowledge of coordinate systems, topology, and spatial data standards.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

• Esri Certification (e.g., ArcGIS Desktop / Enterprise Geodata Management).
• Familiarity with digital twins , OGC standards , and smart city data platforms.
• Exposure to urban datasets (utilities, zoning, environment, mobility, etc.).

This is a 3-month on-site consultancy role in Riyadh, with potential for extension.

Job Objective: To provide analytical and technical support for geographic information systems, analyzing geographic data to support decision-making and achieve the organization’s strategic goals.

• Data Management and Analysis:
  • Collect, update, and analyze geographic data from various sources.
  • Develop and maintain geographic databases, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information.
• Model and Map Development:
  • Create geographic models and maps using specialized software such as ArcGIS pro
  • Develop visual tools and methods for data analysis and provide actionable insights.

• Working with Land Deeds Applications:
  • Manage and update land deeds and property records within the GIS framework.
  • Ensure that land deeds are accurately represented and integrated into the GIS system for legal and administrative purposes.
• Editing Tools Operation:
  • Utilize GIS editing tools to modify, update, and correct spatial data as needed.
  • Ensure that changes are accurately reflected in the GIS database and that data integrity is maintained.

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Job Objective: To provide analytical and technical support for geographic information systems, analyzing geographic data to support decision-making and achieve the organization’s strategic goals.

• Data Management and Analysis:
  • Collect, update, and analyze geographic data from various sources.
  • Develop and maintain geographic databases, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information.
• Model and Map Development:
  • Create geographic models and maps using specialized software such as ArcGIS pro
  • Develop visual tools and methods for data analysis and provide actionable insights.

• Working with Land Deeds Applications:
  • Manage and update land deeds and property records within the GIS framework.
  • Ensure that land deeds are accurately represented and integrated into the GIS system for legal and administrative purposes.
• Editing Tools Operation:
  • Utilize GIS editing tools to modify, update, and correct spatial data as needed.
  • Ensure that changes are accurately reflected in the GIS database and that data integrity is maintained.

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We're Hiring – GIS Developer

We are looking for a talented
GIS Developer
with strong programming and geospatial expertise to design, develop, and maintain advanced GIS applications. In this role, you will work on interactive map-based solutions, integrate spatial data from multiple sources, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative geospatial solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain GIS web applications using
  C#, .NET, Angular, and JavaScript )
  .
• Build interactive, map-based applications with responsive design and smooth data rendering.
• Design and implement scalable backend services for geospatial data processing using
  
  .
• Integrate and manage spatial data from multiple formats (GeoJSON, KML, shapefiles).
• Connect GIS applications with mapping APIs and spatial databases.
• Troubleshoot issues, improve application performance, and ensure high usability.
• Collaborate with analysts, cartographers, and engineers to create geospatial solutions.
• Develop GIS applications using
  Python, Java, or C++
  .
• Design and manage spatial databases for geospatial data.
• Create and modify maps, charts, and visual representations of data.
• Perform
  data analysis and quality control
  for accuracy and reliability.
• Integrate GIS functionality into existing software systems.

Preferred Candidate

• Bachelor's degree in computer science
  , Geography, or a related field
  .
• 5+ years of experience
  as a GIS Developer.
• Strong programming skills (
  Python, Java, C++
  ).
• Experience with GIS tools such as
  ArcGIS or QGIS
  .
• Solid knowledge of
  spatial databases and SQL
  .

Skills

• Strong GIS programming expertise (
  Python, Java, C++
  ).
• Experience with
  ArcGIS, QGIS,
  .
• Knowledge of
  SQL and spatial databases
  .
• Ability to design innovative GIS solutions.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

GIS Data Analyst (3-Month Contract – On-Site in Riyadh)

Location:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Contract Type:
3-Month Extendable Consultancy (On-Site)

Industry:
Geospatial Data

About the Role

We're looking for a
GIS Data Analyst
to support a leading Smart City program in Riyadh. This is an
on-site, 3-month contract role
(possibility of extention) focused on ensuring the accuracy, quality, and usability of spatial data across digital city platforms. You'll play a key role in managing geospatial datasets, enforcing data quality standards, and enabling data-driven insights that shape the city's planning, mobility, and infrastructure decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain spatial datasets in
  ArcGIS Enterprise
  and
  ArcGIS Online
  .
• Conduct data cleansing, profiling, and validation using
  ArcGIS Pro
  and related Esri tools.
• Define and implement spatial data quality rules and topology checks.
• Support analytical teams with
  maps, dashboards, and spatial visualizations
  .
• Automate validation and transformation workflows using
  Python, ArcPy, and ModelBuilder
  .

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's
  in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, Urban Planning, or a related field.
• 5+ years
  of experience in GIS data analysis.
• Proficiency in
  Esri technologies
  (ArcGIS Pro, Online, Enterprise).
• Strong skills in
  Python, ArcPy, SQL
  , and geodatabase management.
• Knowledge of coordinate systems, topology, and spatial data standards.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Experience

• Esri Certification (e.g., ArcGIS Desktop / Enterprise Geodata Management).
• Familiarity with
  digital twins
  ,
  OGC standards
  , and smart city data platforms.
• Exposure to
  urban datasets
  (utilities, zoning, environment, mobility, etc.).

This is a 3-month on-site consultancy role in Riyadh, with potential for extension.

Company Overview:

Dar, the founding member of the Sidara group, is an international multidisciplinary consulting organization specializing in engineering, architecture, planning, environment, project management, facilities management, and economics. Sidara operates in 60 countries with 20,500 professionals, Dar connects people, places, and communities through innovative solutions to the world's most complex challenges. We deliver projects from inception through completion, embracing challenges to empower communities worldwide. Learn more at

Our Vision and Values:

We aspire to be the chosen home of those with a gift for crafting solutions that empower people and an unwavering passion for learning and innovation. Our core values shape our culture and guide our decision-making. We are committed to:

• Excellence
• Responsibility
• Empowerment
• Connectivity
• Courage

Role Overview:

Dar is seeking skilled and detail-oriented
GIS Specialists
with a minimum of 6 years of experience to join its distinguished Engineering team.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze spatial data and create detailed, accurate maps to support project requirements.
• Manage, update, and maintain GIS databases to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Prepare geospatial reports, visualizations, and presentations for engineering and project teams.
• Support planning, design, and decision-making processes with geospatial insights and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with project standards, data quality requirements, and client specifications.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of
  6 years of professional experience
  as a GIS Specialist or in a related role.
• Proficiency with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar platforms).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and present complex geospatial data.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

We kindly request you to attach your updated CV to complete your application.

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