GIS Data Engineer

• Calgary, Canada
• Data Management
• 327063

Job Description

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

09

S&P Global Energy

The role: GIS Data Engineer

The Team:

Our spatial delivery team at S&P Global Energy supports end-to-end spatial data workflows—ingestion, validation, transformation, and delivery—while ensuring quality, standardization, and automation. To strengthen this capability, we are looking for a motivated GIS developer to develop and automate our spatial data processes. Candidates should have knowledge and experience with GIS, spatial data, ETL software and database technologies. We are looking for someone with a strong knowledge of GIS data concepts and an interest in understanding the full workflow of our spatial data products.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop new spatial data ETL processes and datasets to support application and customer deliveries.
• Create new spatial datasets in collaboration with product owners, subject matter experts and business leads.
• Work with the spatial delivery team to automate and optimize existing data processes.
• Ensure spatial data deliveries are consistent and maintained across our customer applications.
• Assist with internal technology migrations to cloud based database platforms.
• Apply problem-solving to troubleshoot data concerns and customer enquiries.
• Be a subject matter expert for our spatial data processes and derived datasets.
• Stay current with rapidly changing technology, applying it to projects and business needs.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Required technical skills

• 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geomatics or a related field preferred.
• Proficient using GIS Software (e.g. ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, QGIS)
• Experience using spatial data ETL software (e.g. FME Form, FME Flow)
• Scripting/automation experience (e.g. Python, ModelBuilder, PyQGIS).
• Hands-on experience with SQL queries and relational databases.
• Strong interest in spatial data concepts and spatial data management practices
• Understanding of coordinate systems, projections and datum transformations.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Optional technical skills

• Knowledge of cloud-based database platforms (Snowflake, Databricks, etc)
• Knowledge of AWS or other cloud platforms.

Organizational relationships

• Reports directly to Development Manager.
• Collaborates with data and application teams across the organization.

The location: Calgary, Canada (2 days onsite per week)

Right to work requirements:

This role is open for candidates with indefinite right to work within Canada.

About S&P Global Energy

At S&P Global Energy, our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long-term, sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are: Platts for news and pricing; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration.

S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise, and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world-leading benchmarks, data, and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive economically in a rapidly changing global landscape. Learn more at www.spglobal.com/energy.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

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20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), DTMGOP202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority – Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning)

Job ID: 327063

Posted On: 2026-04-22

Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada