What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Solution Lead position at K&K Global Talent Solutions?
Job Title: GIS Solution Lead
Location: Oakland, CA/Onsite
Experience:12 Years
Position Type: Full time/Permanent role
Job Description
Required Qualifications
Education
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in
o Geospatial Sciences / GIS
o Computer Science / Engineering
o Data Science or related field
• Experience
o 15 – 20 years of experience in GIS consulting, solution architecture, or pre-sales engineering
o Proven experience building or supporting AI/ML solutions in enterprise environments.
Required Technical Skills
GIS & Spatial Technologies
• Strong expertise in GIS platforms such as:
o ESRI ArcGIS (Enterprise, Online)
o Utility Network Model
o FME workbench
o Utility domain experience (Electric and Gas)
• Experience with spatial databases (PostgreS)
• Understanding of geospatial data processing and analysis
AI / Machine Learning
• Working knowledge of:
o Machine learning models (regression, clustering, classification)
o Deep learning for imagery analysis
• Familiarity with frameworks / tools such as :
o Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn
• Experience with AI solution architecture and deployment
Cloud & Data Platforms
• Experience with cloud ecosystems (preferred: AWS and Azure):
o AI/ML services
o Data platforms
• API integrations and microservices-based architectures
Core Competencies
• Strong client-facing and presentation skills
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical mindset
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts in simple business terms
• Strong collaboration across sales, technical, and product teams
• Strategic thinking with a focus on value-driven solutioning