GIS Architect

Job Title: GIS Architect

Experience: 10+ years

Location: Bengaluru

Employment: Full time / Contract / Permanent

Company:

Gnapi Technologies., is an Information Technology Company with registered offices in Canada, United States and India. Gnapi provides end-to-end IT services and solutions to help and support clients succeed. Gnapi fosters a deep understanding of clients’ businesses and builds strong relationships to best-fit IT solutions, supported by our technology expertise. Gnapi has a strong expertise in the utilities and Telecom domains, working closely with multiple customers across North America.

Role Overview:

Lead the end-to-end architecture, delivery, and technical leadership of enterprise GIS solutions - spanning design, migration, and integration- leveraging GE Smallworld and ESRI platforms for utility, telecom, and gas clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Solution Design & Architecture:

• Lead design across GE Smallworld suite (Core SW4/SW5, PNI, Electric/Gas/Water Office, GDO, GSS, GSA, Design Manager, NRM, K8).
• Architect and implement ESRI ArcGIS solutions, including Enterprise, Pro, Portal, and Utility Network integrations.
• Develop scalable enterprise GIS architectures, ensuring alignment with standards and non-functional requirements.

Migration & Data Integration:

• Drive migrations from GE Smallworld to ESRI Utility Network using FME, CIM Adapter, Python ETL.
• Define spatial data models, workflows, and interfaces between GIS and enterprise systems (SCADA, OMS, WMS, ERP, OSS/BSS).

Technical Leadership & Quality:

• Mentor and guide developers/GIS analysts; conduct code reviews; ensure best coding, testing, deployment practices.
• Act as SME in client discussions, RFPs, and solution proposals.

Stakeholder & Project Management:

• Manage timelines, resources, scope, risks, and deliverables.
• Translate business needs into technical solutions; present to non-technical stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation:

• Stay current on GIS/cloud/container trends (e.g., AWS/Azure, Kubernetes).
• Recommend enhancements to tools, processes, and technology stacks.

System Administration & Governance:

• Collaborate with IT/Ops for infrastructure setup, performance, and security.
• Align with enterprise architecture, security, and data governance frameworks.

Required Skills & Experience:

• GE Smallworld Ecosystem: Core SW4/5, PNI, EO, GDO, GSS, GSA, Design Manager, NRM, K8; strong Magik customizations & VMDS/Oracle handling.
• ESRI Platform Proficiency: ArcGIS Pro, Enterprise, Portal, Utility Network model.
• Programming & Integration: Expert in Magik, Java, Python, SQL, shell scripting; integration via REST/SOAP, middleware, ETL.
• Spatial Data & ETL Tools: FME, CIM Adapter, Oracle/PostGIS—designing, transforming, migrating spatial data.
• Utility/Telecom Domain: Asset lifecycle, network planning, outage management, field operations experience across electric, gas, telecom infrastructure.
• Enterprise Architecture & Governance: Familiar with TOGAF/data governance, scalable enterprise deployments.
• Development Methodologies & DevOps: Agile workflows, CI/CD pipelines, environment configuration, performance monitoring.
• Leadership & Communication: Proven senior leadership, mentorship track record, and client-facing proficiency.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

• Certification in ESRI or Smallworld GIS, TOGAF, or related.
• Experience with cloud-native GIS architectures (Azure, AWS, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with field mobility tools (ArcGIS Field Maps, Smallworld Mobile).
• Integration knowledge with ERP/SAP/Maximo and OSS/BSS platforms.
• Exposure to COTS systems, work order tools, and outage management suites.

Benefits

We believe that our people are our strength. Along with a competitive salary, we provide a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and growth.

• Health Insurance
• Vacation & Sick Leaves
• Wellness Benefits
• Upskilling support
• Annual Team Outing
• Social Club