GIS Specialist

About the GIS Specialist Role at Talent Bridge

Talent Bridge is seeking a skilled Cartographer and Photogrammetrist to join our team as a GIS Specialist. This fully remote, hourly contract position offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in geospatial analysis and mapping technologies to support advanced AI model training. You will leverage your knowledge of GIS, remote sensing, and spatial data interpretation to significantly improve the accuracy, reliability, and performance of next-generation geospatial AI systems. This role is perfect for professionals passionate about precision mapping, spatial intelligence, and the exciting intersection of geospatial science and artificial intelligence.

Key Responsibilities

• Compile, analyze, and interpret spatial data from aerial imagery, satellite data, geodetic surveys, and existing cartographic sources for AI training purposes.
• Prepare and refine detailed maps, charts, tables, and 3D terrain models in digital and graphical formats.
• Delineate geographic features including topography, hydrography, cultural landmarks, and control points using stereoplotting and computer graphics tools.
• Interpret legal land records to establish and verify property boundaries.
• Design and evaluate GIS-related algorithms, data structures, and user interfaces.
• Perform spatial data validation and quality assurance to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Annotate and structure geospatial datasets for machine learning applications.
• Collaborate with AI and engineering teams to provide expert feedback and improve geospatial model performance.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Cartography, Photogrammetry, Geomatics, Geography, or a related field.
• Strong hands-on experience with GIS, remote sensing, and photogrammetric software and tools.
• Proficiency in spatial data analysis and map preparation.
• Experience interpreting satellite imagery and conducting geodetic surveys.
• Familiarity with algorithm development, data structures, and mapping system design.
• Working knowledge of Python or other relevant programming languages.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to spatial accuracy.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or professional certifications in GIS or photogrammetry.
• Experience collaborating with AI or machine learning teams.
• Background in property boundary analysis and legal land documentation.
• Familiarity with computer graphics tools and geospatial visualization technologies.

Key skills/competency

• GIS
• Remote Sensing
• Photogrammetry
• Spatial Data Analysis
• Cartography
• Geospatial AI
• Machine Learning Annotation
• Python Programming
• Data Validation
• 3D Terrain Modeling