About the job

A Geographic Information System (GIS) is a computer system that analyzes and displays geographically referenced information. Geographic information system(s), GIS GIS is a technology that is used to create, manage, analyze, and map all types of data. GIS connects data to a map, integrating location data (where things are) with all types of descriptive information (what things are like there). This provides a foundation for mapping and analysis that is used in science and almost every industry. GIS helps users understand patterns, relationships, and geographic context. The benefits include improved communication, efficiency, management, and decision-making.

GIS technology allows users to create detailed digital maps and analyze information based on location. It can combine data from different sources, such as satellite images, GPS devices, surveys, databases, aerial photographs, and field observations. By bringing these different types of information together, GIS helps users identify patterns, trends, relationships, and changes across geographic areas.

Responsibilities

• Understand & Interpret features on satellite and aerial imageries with good acumen.
• Digitize and update vector map layers
• Perform QA and QC on Map layers (Vector and Raster).
• Maintain a high level of accuracy by taking proper action/decision on each case.
• Follow all compliance and security measures relating to client data.
• Adhere to process quality metrics and strive to exceed the monthly/annual quality & productivity targets.
• Adhere to process norms and structure.

Minimum Qualifications

• Good to have: Basic knowledge on GIS Mappings
• Sound image and map data / layers interpretation skills
• Able to demonstrate skills pertaining to digitization and updating of Vector map layers
• Remote Sensing.

More about the company

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant offers opportunities for students, fresh graduates, experienced professionals, and returning professionals. Its India careers programs include entry-level opportunities through the GenC (Generation Cognizant) program, along with training and skill-development opportunities.

India is an important part of Cognizant’s global operations. The company has locations in Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, Mumbai, Kolkata, Mangaluru, Coimbatore, Kochi, Gurugram, Bhubaneswar, Indore, Visakhapatnam, and GIFT City. Its Chennai operations are particularly notable because Chennai is where Cognizant was founded.

Cognizant works with organizations in many industries, including banking, healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, retail, automotive, education, life sciences, telecommunications, transportation, travel and hospitality, and utilities..

Cognizant is a global technology and professional services company focused on AI, cloud, software engineering, data, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. With a strong presence in India and worldwide, Cognizant helps businesses modernize operations, improve customer experiences, and adopt innovative technologies..