Do you want to work with a team of GIS experts, develop your own knowledge and skills and literally make a difference to the lives of millions of people?

Our Data Insight Team is looking for an experienced WebGIS Developer to improve the web presence and delivery of transport data visualisation and analysis. The team, part of Transport for West Midlands, is working across a multitude of innovative projects in the West Midlands, including supporting the Commonwealth Games. Longer term we are at the cutting edge of transport data and analytics and we are an acknowledged industry leader.

As a Web GIS developer, you will be well versed in using the ESRI JavaScript API to enable tweaks to be made to core web based ESRI tools. You will have a great approach to understanding users and how they access data and information and take personal pride and pleasure in making the complicated information appear simple.

What will you be doing?

• Develop and support the use of the ESRI GIS derived data and functionality in business intelligence tools, publication on websites, the use within web applications and making the data available via web service technologies
• Support the delivery of a self-service web-based approach with consideration to customers, suppliers and stakeholders
• Build practical applications which innovatively deliver digital based solutions as part of the TfWM business working closely with the web team and data insight service
• Ensure that projects are created and delivered that satisfy TfWM priorities around delivering web-based location data to partner organisations and the public

This is an excellent opportunity to make a positive difference to peoples’ lifestyles through the way they travel. If you’re searching for a unique experience where you can make a difference, dynamically collaborating within a creative, diverse and lively environment, using the latest thinking in transport technology, this is the job for you.

About you

We’re looking for a Web GIS Developer with experience of developing interactive web applications. Someone who has sound knowledge and expertise using ESRI software (on the web side!) and who understands web architecture. We're looking for...

• Experience of web technologies including RESTful web services, web development frameworks, critically the ESRI JavaScript API, and web development languages
• Experience of design build and deployment of scalable web sites, embedding functionality within Umbraco CMS, utilising AWS / Azure for hosting where appropriate
• Understanding of GDPR
• Understanding of data licensing

About us

Our role in the West Midlands has never been more important and in these extraordinary times we’ve shown we can step forward, speak up for our region and bring people together. Everything we do is focused on making life better for people in the West Midlands – that’s our reason for being here and it drives every move we make. We lead and support others to deliver our shared future vision for the region – a happier, healthier, better connected place to live and work.

We fully believe that we are only as great as the people who work for us and are committed to providing a positive, healthy and inclusive working environment where our people feel valued and respected. We’re ambitious, forward thinking and determined to find better ways of working, always leading the way in what we do. We trust and support each other to get the job done, and encourage creativity, originality and curiosity from those who work with us.

We are a “Leaders in Diversity” accredited organisation, are in the Inclusive Top 50 Employers List and are one of The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. As a Disability Confident Employer, we have made a positive commitment to interviewing all applicants with a disability who meet the essential role criteria. We are committed to building a team of people with varied backgrounds and experiences as we recognise that this will only benefit us as an employer, the more inclusive we are the better our work will be, and welcome applications from young people, Black, Asian and ethnic minority groups and women at senior levels.

We’re dedicated to providing a broad range of rewards and benefits and constantly benchmark our benefits packages to ensure they are attractive for all our people. As well as a competitive salary, employees also receive 27 days annual leave (plus public holidays) and access to a great pension scheme.

Furthermore, wherever possible we will offer flexible working options which assist work-life balance. We are very happy to discuss a flexible working pattern that suits your needs, so please do not let that be a barrier to applying. If your values align with ours and you’re committed to working towards creating a future we can all be proud of, we want to hear from you.

About your application

The online Application Form you'll be asked to complete plays a key part in our recruitment and selection process. We use the information you provide to decide whether to invite you for an interview. It is important that you complete the Application Form as fully and accurately as possible. You will be asked to upload a Supporting Statement (not a CV) and this should include specific examples which demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria for the role for which you are applying. 

If you would like to discuss alternative methods to the online application as a reasonable adjustment please contact the Resourcing Team by email (careers@wmca.org.uk).

Location

16 Summer Lane, Birmingham, B91 3SD. Hybrid working conditions are currently in place which means working remotely and coming to the office when required.

Supporting documents
Role Profile - Web GIS Developer.docx