Senior GIS Data Migration Specialist

Job Title: Senior GIS Data Migration Specialist (FME & Utility Network Expert)

Location: Hyderabad

Department: Utility

Employment Type: Full-time

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geoinformatics, Computer Science, Geography, or related field.

Experience: 7+ years

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.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior GIS Data Migration Specialist with strong expertise in FME (Feature Manipulation Engine) and Utility Network implementations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering complex GIS data migration projects, especially within the utilities sector (electric, gas, water, telecom). This role requires advanced technical proficiency, domain knowledge, and the ability to lead migration efforts across diverse GIS platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute GIS data migration projects with a focus on Utility Network implementations.
• Design, build, and optimize FME workspaces and workflows for geospatial data migration, transformation, and automation.
• Define and implement data migration strategies from legacy network models to modern ArcGIS Utility Network or other utility GIS platforms.
• Analyze utility datasets (electric, water, gas, telecom) to ensure accurate schema mapping and topology validation.
• Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, and client stakeholders to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
• Maintain data integrity, quality, and performance across migration workflows.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex migration and integration issues.
• Mentor and guide junior team members in FME, GIS data migration, and Utility Network best practices.
• Prepare documentation for workflows, processes, and project delivery.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in GIS, with at least 3+ years of hands-on expertise in FME.
• Strong experience in Utility Network modeling and migration (ArcGIS Utility Network or equivalent).
• Proven background in GIS data migration and transformation projects within the utilities domain.
• Proficiency in spatial databases (PostGIS, Oracle Spatial, SQL Server Spatial, etc.).
• In-depth understanding of coordinate systems, projections, and geospatial standards (OGC, ISO).
• Strong knowledge of ArcGIS, QGIS, Smallworld, or other enterprise GIS platforms.
• Experience working with large utility datasets and performance optimization.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with cloud-based GIS platforms (ArcGIS Online, AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Scripting experience with Python or SQL for data automation in FME.
• Exposure to data governance and compliance frameworks.

What is in it for you:

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 (you & family)
• Vacation & Sick Leaves
• Wellness Benefits
• Upskilling Support