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Senior Engineer Geoinformationssysteme

BWI GmbH

Berlin, Berlin, GermanyOn Site

Original Job Summary

Overview

BWI GmbH is the primary digitalization partner of the Bundeswehr. They provide stable, secure, and efficient IT services on a global scale, ensuring the continuous enhancement of operational and leadership abilities of the German armed forces.

About the Customer Solution Unit GeoInfo, Analytics & Simulation

The CS GIAS unit provides the Bundeswehr with IT systems for data capture, georeferencing, analysis, and integration to achieve superior decision speed. The new team focuses on the operation of GIS systems (based on ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise) and meteorological (METOC) systems, ensuring efficient migration support, process automation, and service optimization.

Your Responsibilities as Senior Engineer Geoinformationssysteme

  • Plan, install, operate, and monitor complex GIS (ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise) and METOC systems with associated database environments.
  • Develop and enhance services to meet the evolving requirements of GeoInfoDBw for user satisfaction.
  • Carry out operational tasks, improve system stability, and optimize performance.
  • Coordinate solution transfers into production with relevant units ensuring quality standards.
  • Implement IT security, privacy, and operational guidelines.
  • Manage change requests including updates, upgrades, and release modifications.
  • Optimize processes for GIS/METOC operations and automate administrative tools and procedures.

Your Profile

  • Completed degree in IT or a relevant technical education (e.g., Fachinformatik).
  • Approximately 4 years of experience in operating large IT systems and involvement in complex IT projects.
  • Deep knowledge of GIS systems (ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise) and METOC systems including corresponding databases.
  • Experience in automating administrative tasks in large-scale GIS environments (e.g., using ArcPy) is a plus.
  • Hands-on implementation, control, operation and technical support experience across various platforms (Linux, AIX, Windows, scripting).
  • Understanding of IT security standards (BSI-Grundschutz, ISO 27001) and ITIL framework.
  • Fluency in German and strong English skills.
  • Team player with strong communication, initiative, and analytical skills with international travel readiness.

What We Offer

  • Market-oriented remuneration and a secure workplace.
  • 30 vacation days per year with potential for individual adjustments.
  • Flexible work options including mobile work and flexible hours.
  • Professional and personal development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning and BWI Academy access.
  • Modern equipment such as the HP EliteBook and Apple smartphone.
  • An employee benefit account for options like sabbaticals.
  • Opportunity for mobile work in various European countries for 20 days annually.
  • A monthly digital voucher provided for personal use.

Key Skills/Competency

  • GIS
  • ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise
  • METOC
  • Automation
  • IT Security
  • Linux
  • Scripting
  • Database Management
  • ITIL
  • Change Management

How to Get Hired at BWI GmbH

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight GIS, METOC, and IT security skills.
  • Research BWI GmbH: Understand their role as Bundeswehr digital partner.
  • Prepare technical examples: Detail your system implementation successes.
  • Practice interview questions: Focus on operational and automation experiences.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review GIS system architectures.
Practice ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise configurations.
Revisit Linux and scripting basics.
Study IT security standards details.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging project scenario.
Discuss teamwork in technical projects.
Explain your project management approach.
Share a time you improved process efficiency.