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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal GIS Consultant - GeoAI & Spatial Intelligence - **Company:** WSP - **Location:** Cambridge, UK (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, ArcGIS (Software), Automation of Tests, Network Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Object Detection, Open Source Technology, Tensorflow, Spatial Data Infrastructures, SQL Databases, Esri GIS (Software), Scripting, Pytorch, Deep Learning, Scikit Learn, Information Technology, Geospatial Data Abstraction Library (GDAL), HuggingFace, Data Management, Feature Extraction, Data Pipelines - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/BDADA4C7BA4446A0BAD3F2D0B002FA2F/job/ ## About the Role Strong technical skills in Esri platforms, scripting (preferably Python), FME, SQL, data management, and data science workflows along with a proactive, resilient mindset and exceptional problem-solving abilities are required. The ideal candidate will have a customer focused mindset to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients., * Strong professional experience in GIS, with a clear focus on Python development and automation. * Strong Python skills: ArcPy, ArcGIS API for Python, geopandas, shapely, rasterio, GDAL. * Practical experience applying AI/ML to geospatial problems (e.g. object detection, image classification, feature extraction, or spatial prediction). * Working knowledge of at least one deep learning framework (PyTorch or TensorFlow). * Experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and File or SDE geodatabases. * Ability to communicate technical outputs clearly to non-GIS audiences. * Degree (BSc or MSc) in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline. ## Description * Design and develop GeoAI solutions - including object detection, feature extraction, change detection, and predictive spatial modelling - using both Esri tools and open-source AI frameworks. * Write production-grade Python toolboxes, automation scripts, and spatial data pipelines for ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and SDE environments. * Integrate deep learning frameworks (e.g. PyTorch or TensorFlow) and ML libraries (such as scikit-learn or Hugging Face) into geospatial workflows to solve client-specific problems at scale. * Lead technical delivery on GeoAI project workstreams across utilities network analysis, land ownership and registry data, and water / environmental constraint modelling. * Collaborating with project managers and sector leads to scope, estimate, and quality-assure GIS and GeoAI deliverables. * Provide technical assurance and peer review of GeoAI and GIS outputs to ensure quality, robustness, and compliance with agreed standards. * Produce clear technical documentation and methodology reports, and present findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Mentor and support junior GIS analysts and developers, reviewing code and promoting best practices in spatial data science. * Stay current with Esri platform releases, emerging GeoAI tools, and relevant academic or industry research, contributing to internal capability development., We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package. Flex your time To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you. ## Related Videos - [Your next 10x engineer isn't in your city. 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