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Spatial Analysis - Cartography - Web Maps

Resume

GIS Analyst & Developer

Professional Summary

Forward-thinking GIS Analyst & Developer with a Master’s in Geographic Information Systems (Esri España / UCAM), Esri certifications, and 4+ years of professional GIS experience delivering web mapping products, automated spatial workflows and spatial databases for infrastructure, utilities and community projects. Strong full-stack geospatial skillset (ArcGIS Pro / Online, GeoServer, PostGIS, Python, JavaScript) combined with QA automation (Selenium, PyTest) and a practical UX sense to turn complex spatial data into robust, user-focused applications.

Key Strengths

  • Spatial data acquisition, integration & ETL (raster & vector)
  • Web mapping & APIs: ArcGIS Online, Mapbox GL JS, GeoServer, Leaflet
  • Spatial databases & SQL: PostgreSQL/PostGIS, SQLite, SQL Server
  • Automation, testing & APIs: Python (geopandas, rasterio), Selenium, PyTest, JavaScript (Node/React)
  • Remote sensing workflows: Sentinel / Landsat preprocessing, NDVI/time-series products
  • Standards & delivery: INSPIRE/OGC awareness, ArcGIS publishing, UI/UX for maps
  • Languages: English (fluent), Spanish (fluent), Tagalog (fluent), Ilocano (fluent)

Technical Skills

GIS / Mapping: ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, Web AppBuilder, Experience Builder, QGIS, GeoServer

Programming: Python, JavaScript (Mapbox GL JS), HTML5, SQL, Bash

Databases & tools: PostgreSQL/PostGIS, SQL Server, MySQL, SQLite, pgAdmin, GDAL/OGR, Rasterio, geopandas

Dev / QA: Selenium, PyTest, Git, Bitbucket, Jira, CI concepts, Docker (familiar)

Design / Productivity: Affinity Designer, GIMP, Inkscape, Microsoft Office, Slack, Teams, Zoom

Professional Experience

GIS Analyst and Developer

KDRM Pty Ltd, Madrid, Spain

10/2020 – Present
  • Core contributor to the Geovez suite of web mapping products used by major Australian clients; acquired, integrated and published multi-source spatial datasets (satellite imagery, cadastral, utility assets) to support infrastructure planning and community projects.
  • Managed automated QA for web mapping product releases; implemented Selenium + PyTest regression suites and achieved a 95% defect detection rate, improving release confidence across 500+ product users.
  • Automated mapping and data-processing scripts (Python) for clients such as CopperString, Cross River Rail, Base Carbon and AGL Energy, reducing manual workflow time by ~30% and standardising delivery formats.
  • Designed and developed accessibility mapping tools and automation for Spinal Life Australia to streamline spatial analyses used in community planning.
  • Built and maintained geospatial databases (PostGIS) and published ArcGIS Online web maps / feature services for property management, environmental monitoring and cultural heritage layers.
  • Advised product teams on UI/UX for map interactions and symbology to improve clarity for non-technical stakeholders.
GIS Intern

KDRM Pty Ltd, Madrid, Spain

10/2019 – 10/2020
  • Completed >200 short online courses on ArcGIS, supported data ingestion, map composition and basic scripting tasks.
  • Collected, cleaned, validated and integrated vector and raster datasets from multiple authoritative sources to support spatial analysis and project development.
  • Produced professional-grade maps and spatial visualizations using ArcGIS to communicate geographic patterns and support internal and client-focused initiatives.
  • Assisted in designing and implementing repeatable GIS workflows, improving efficiency, accuracy and reproducibility of spatial data processing tasks.
  • Supported geospatial database preparation, attribute management and spatial data structuring for analysis and application use.
  • Assisted in building reproducible geoprocessing models and data harmonisation routines, supported KDRM’s market research and demonstration projects while completing MSc studies.
  • Developed strong technical GIS foundations while completing a Master’s degree in Geographic Information Systems, leading to promotion to GIS Analyst & Developer.
Hotel Houseperson Associate

The Westin Bayshore Hotel, Vancouver, BC, Canada

04/2018 – 02/2019
  • Improved operational KPIs and response times through process improvements and preventive maintenance support.
  • Collaborated with the management team to map out a precise strategy to perform daily tasks quickly and efficiently.
  • Helped improve key performance indicators used to track productivity.
  • Pursued resolutions to evaluate technical problems while using my personal experience to find appropriate, and suitable solutions.
  • Improved response time to requests that increase customer satisfaction.
  • Promoted longer asset life to minimise disruptions of critical operations by identifying and accomplishing preventative and other maintenance issues.
  • Assured and guaranteed compliance with quality expectations and standards.
Customer Service Representative

Tim Hortons, Vancouver, BC, Canada

06/2018 – 03/2019
  • Delivered efficient front-of-house service and improved customer retention via enhanced POS workflows and direct feedback loops.
  • Collaborated with the team effectively using Customer Relationship Management that established exiting relationships and turned them into a repeat customer.
  • Provided direct customer feedback that creates more loyal customers, product improvements, and better quality of customer service.
  • Managed to provide welcoming, efficient service and adequate support.

Education

Master in Geographic Information Systems

Esri España & Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM)

2022 – 2023

Online Master, Esri & UCAM

Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science

Saint Louis College (SLC)

2000 – 2004

Certifications & Selected Training

Esri ArcGIS Desktop Entry — License P31RTGECLF4E1C94

Esri Desktop Associate — License MWZET8SCDDBR4QXKL

Selected Esri courses & training highlights:

  • Regression Analysis: Random Forest Regression Using ArcGIS Pro — Oct 2023
  • Data Science Workflows Using ArcGIS Notebooks — Aug 2022
  • Geostatistical Interpolation (EBK) — Feb 2022
  • ArcGIS API for Python & Python scripting for geoprocessing workflows — 2021–2022
  • Spatial Data Science Fundamentals — Dec 2020

Other courses: Introduction to JavaScript (Codecademy), Python fundamentals (Coursera / Esri).

Volunteering & Leadership

Secretary

These People Care (NGO), Madrid, Spain

Jan 2010 – May 2023
  • Volunteered on social outreach programs: meal distributions, women’s empowerment training, child protection initiatives.
Volunteer Staff

International Church, Madrid

Jan 2008 – Dec 2016
  • Communications, children’s ministry, outreach and hospitality.

Languages

  • English — Fluent
  • Spanish — Fluent
  • Tagalog — Fluent
  • Ilocano — Fluent
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