Geospatial Data Scientist III

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a creative, motivated, and highly talented Geospatial Data Scientist III with a focus on Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for employment in our Baltimore, Maryland office. The ideal candidate will have experience in data science and GIS, demonstrating strong technical expertise and problem-solving skills.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a role that involves supporting engineering, modeling, and inspection teams by automating ETL processes using Python, R, and SQL programming languages. This position is part of AECOM’s Water practice and supports projects involving site investigation, design, construction, and site restoration. The role is suited to individuals pursuing careers in data science, water management, and design.

The selected individual will work closely with the design team to prepare plans, calculations, and documents including specifications, sketches, diagrams, and schematic drawings. We are seeking individuals that can assist the Project Management team with management administration on a small to moderate size and scope project, or a portion of a larger, more complex project, following set guidelines for tasks.

The job responsibilities of this position will include but are not limited to:

• Drive the adoption of new tools and processes with minimal oversight.
• Design and maintain robust data pipeline architecture; assemble large, complex data sets to meet business requirements.
• Identify, design, and implement process improvements, such as automating manual workflows, optimizing data delivery, and redesigning infrastructure for greater scalability.
• Maintain infrastructure for optimal extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) of data from diverse sources using R, Python, SQL and Azure ‘Big Data’ technologies for GIS consumption.
• Build analytics tools to provide actionable insights, improve operational efficiency, and track key business performance metrics.
• Develop custom tools and widgets for ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve data-related technical issues and support evolving data infrastructure needs.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS in Data Science, GIS, Mathematics or related field + 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Experience in Data Science, GIS, Data Engineering, or Cloud Programming 
• Valid US Driver’s License, and as a condition of employment, pass AECOM's motor vehicle records review
• As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a drug screening
• Due to the nature of this work, United States citizenship is a requirement

Preffered Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Data Science, GIS, Mathematics or related field 
• 5+ years of experience with advanced scripting and programming experience in R, Python and SQL, along with database management and development experience.
• Strong understanding of the ESRI suite, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, Hubs, Dashboards, Experience Builder, and ArcGIS for Power BI.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform, including Power BI, Power Automate, and Power Query.
• Experience with API frameworks such as ArcPy, ArcGIS API for Python, R-ArcGIS, CityWorks API, Flask, and Django.
• Experience in ETL processes and automation.
• Proficiency with scripting and programming in Python and R.
• Professional certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate, Google Professional Data Engineer, AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty, IBM Data Science Professional Certificate, or GIS Professional (GISP).

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

About Aecom

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.