GIS Data Analyst, Ratio.City
Esri Canada has an exceptional opportunity for a full-time Data Analyst, GIS to join our Ratio.City department.
Reporting to the Data Manager of Ratio.City, the person in this role supports the development and ongoing operation of Esri Canada’s Ratio.City product by sourcing, managing, and analyzing geospatial and planning‑related data. Working as part of a product team, this role focuses on data quality, transformation, and maintenance to ensure reliable, accurate, and usable data for internal stakeholders and end users. The position is suited to an early‑career data analyst developing foundational technical skills and experience working in a product‑based environment.
This role will be based remotely in Canada.
About us:
Esri Canada provides geographic information system (GIS) solutions that empower people in business, government and education to make informed and timely decisions by leveraging the power of mapping and spatial analytics.
If you are passionate about making an impact in an organization that’s committed to creating a sustainable future, consider joining our team!
A Day in the Life of a GIS Data Analyst at Esri Canada:
- Prepare, validate, clean, and analyze spatial and attribute data to support Ratio.City product functionality and data pipelines.
- Research, source, and acquire geospatial and related datasets from internal and external sources relevant to urban planning and land use.
- Transform data into usable formats, including georeferencing, digitization, and basic raster and vector processing.
- Ingest and maintain datasets within the Ratio.City platform, including field mapping, styling, and metadata creation.
- Develop and maintain repeatable processes and methods to improve the efficiency, consistency, and reliability of data acquisition and updates.
- Support internal teams by responding to data‑related questions, issues, and requests related to the Ratio.City product.
- Contribute to the creation and maintenance of internal documentation, data standards, and technical reference materials.
- Participate in team meetings and product discussions, sharing insights related to data quality, coverage, and improvement opportunities.
What you bring to the team:
- Minimum 1 year of relevant experience working with GIS, geospatial data, or data analysis in an academic, professional, or early‑career product environment.
- Foundational experience using Esri technologies such as ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
- Post‑secondary degree or diploma in geography, GIS, geomatics, urban planning, data analytics, or a related field.
- An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated ability to apply foundational GIS and data analysis skills to real‑world data problems.
- Proven attention to data quality, accuracy, and documentation standards.
- Demonstrated problem‑solving and analytical skills, with the ability to follow established processes and workflows.
- Proven ability to learn and apply new tools, technologies, and data methodologies.
- Ability to manage assigned tasks effectively and meet deadlines with guidance from more senior team members.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills suitable for a collaborative, product‑focused team environment.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross‑functional team.
- Fluency in English is essential, as this role requires regular client communication and support in English-speaking regions
Bonus points for this position:
- Bilingual proficiency (English / French) is considered an asset.
Compensation & Benefits:
At Esri Canada, we are committed to fair and competitive compensation. This role offers a base salary range of $63,500 to $75,400 annually, determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries and levels to ensure we remain competitive in the market.
What Esri Canada offers you:
We prioritize our employees’ well-being and work-life balance. Our benefits include:
- Work from Home or hybrid work
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- Generous Paid Time-Off: Enjoy up to 6 weeks of time off per year, including:
- 3 weeks of paid annual vacation, increasing with years of service
- 50 hours of Paid-Time Off (PTO) for personal needs
- 32 hours of Summer Days
- Winter holiday office closure
- Comprehensive health benefits plan
- RRSP match increasing with years of service
- Training and development programs for professional growth
- Company perks including discounts on gym memberships, technology purchases and more.
- Company-sponsored events and social activities
- Employee-driven initiatives such as yoga sessions, book clubs, interactive podcasts, and more.
Esri Canada conducts recruitment through a formal interview process with authorized company representatives. We do not request payment, banking details, or personal financial information during recruitment stages. Employment offers are extended only following a structured interview process. Candidates are encouraged to apply exclusively through Esri Canada’s official career channels to ensure the authenticity of recruitment communication.
Esri Canada fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, the opportunity to build your skills, and the flexibility to work remotely or at any of our offices across Canada. Occasional travel to corporate offices or customer sites may be required for certain positions. We offer attractive salaries, an engaging work environment, and an outstanding benefits package with generous time-off. We value employment equity and will provide accommodations upon request at any stage of the hiring process. We appreciate all applications, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Our hiring process includes background checks as a condition of employment.