Geographic Information System Experts in Austria
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Austria, who have recently used Geographic Information System
Michael O.
Last position:
Gas station attendant at Shell
- Accurate handling of customer transactions under time pressure, including cash and register processing with high care
- Reliable, consistent performance in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment; strengthened organization and multitasking skills
Sven S.
Last position:
Project management proof of concept for the introduction of new DWDM technology at Deutsche Telekom
Sub-project management for the POC
Requirements for network management coupling
Coordination of internal project teams
Evaluation of lab and test results
Proof of concept
Validation of the technical specification
Preparation for RFQ
Mubin I.
Last position:
Software Engineer, Freelancer at Siemens-Linz
- Designed and implemented simulation software for electrical power systems, focusing on dynamic element interaction and user interface optimization using C++, wxWidgets, Windows, and Visual Studio.
Mirjam J.
Last position:
Project Assistant Real Estate Valuation at Faudon Immobilien GmbH
- Creation, layout, and quality assurance of market value appraisals
- Research and analysis of land registry and GIS data
- Customer and authority correspondence
- Structuring and optimization of back office processes
Wilhelm L.
Last position:
Office365 2nd Level Support at Freelance Work
- Support for Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook Classic, Outlook Web Access (OWA), New Outlook, and Teams
- Resolving critical OneDrive and SharePoint synchronization problems, including Windows drive error checks
- Conducting focused training to reduce user errors and increase awareness of potential issues
Damian G.
Last position:
Senior Test Manager Release Management at SVS
- Proof of Concept Test Management Tool
- Test strategy
- Test concepts
- Management of requirements
- JIRA
- Zephyr
- Confluence
- MS Word
- MS Project
- MS Excel
- Tosca
Kurt B.
Last position:
Backend / Microservice Developer, DevOps, Test Automation at RCA, Rail Cargo Austria AG
- Backend / Microservice Developer, DevOps, Test Automation
- ~100 Devs, ~10 Teams, per team: 1 PO, 1 Scrum Master, 1 UX, 1 Developer, 1 Tester
- .net core 8, 9, C#
- Microservices, Clean-Architecture, MediatR, CQRS
- GraphQL, REST, SDL
- Azure DevOps, CI / CD-pipelines, Azure-Service Bus, Rabbit-MQ, Kafka, Azure App Configuration, Azure KeyVault, Azure Kubernetes AKS
- Splunk, dashboards, custom metrics, Elastic-Search, Kibana (ELK)
- Azure SQL-Databases, Azure Cosmos DB
- Architecture decisions, event governance, COP (Backend, DevOps, FrontEnt, Test Automations)
- AI, Copilot, creating test templates
- Scheduler, Hangfire, Quartz
- Automated unit and integration tests
- Automated E2E tests, Playwright test automation, BDD, Gherkin, Cucumber
- Tracking of shipments
- GIS, GPS data, geofence, geo search, position tracking, asset positions
- Jira, Confluence
- Focus on high-performance message-oriented architecture (~xx million messages per month per service)
- Structured logging, Serilog, OTel, Splunk, Application Monitoring
- Integration of different position data sources (GPS-based data) into Azure Data Lake
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Statistics of experts using Geographic Information System
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
17 years
Position duration
3.3 years
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Business Intelligence
Top industries
Information Technology, Aerospace and Defense, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Business Intelligence
Bachelor's degree or higher
80%
Master's degree or higher
20%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Austria are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Austria using Geographic Information System
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Geographic Information System experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (71%)
- Aerospace and Defense (29%)
- Automotive (29%)
- Construction (29%)
- Energy (29%)
- Manufacturing (29%)
- Professional Services (29%)
- Telecommunication (29%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What GIS covers
A Geographic Information System, or GIS, brings location data, map layers, and business data into one working view. It helps teams see where things are, how they connect, and what changes over time. Companies use it for planning, routing, asset management, environmental work, and service coverage.
Common tools
- ArcGIS for enterprise mapping and analysis
- QGIS for open GIS workflows and editing
- PostGIS for spatial data in databases
- Web map services and dashboards
- GeoJSON, WMS, WFS, and related standards
Where it adds value
GIS experts are brought in when location is part of the decision. That includes utilities, logistics, public sector work, real estate, telecom, construction, and environmental projects. In Austria, GIS work often supports regional planning, infrastructure data, and teams that need clean map-based views across sites.
Strong skills
Good specialists do more than draw maps. They model spatial data correctly, join it with operational systems, and keep layers consistent across teams. They also understand coordinate systems, geocoding, spatial joins, raster and vector data, and how to make map output usable for non-technical readers.
Signs you need help
- Map data is scattered across tools
- Spatial layers are slow or inconsistent
- Reports need clearer location context
- Field teams and office teams see different data
- Web maps or dashboards need improvement
What good delivery looks like
A strong GIS professional leaves behind reliable data, clear documentation, and maps that answer real business questions. They test projections, validate layers, and make sure the output fits the workflow, whether it is a desktop project, a spatial database, or a web map used by teams in Austria or remotely.
Frequently asked questions
Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about Geographic Information System.
A strong Geographic Information System is used to combine maps, spatial layers, and business data so teams can understand where assets, events, or customers are. It supports route planning, site analysis, environmental monitoring, land management, and service operations. The best work turns location data into decisions people can actually use.
GIS is broader than simple mapping software. A map may show locations, but GIS also handles spatial analysis, data modeling, projections, overlays, and database connections. That is why companies use it when they need more than a visual layer.
A capable Geographic Information System specialist usually works with ArcGIS, QGIS, PostGIS, and common web map services. They should also be comfortable with spatial formats such as GeoJSON, shapefiles, WMS, and WFS. The exact stack depends on whether the work is desktop, database, or web based.
The right GIS expert depends on the task. A clean map edit or a simple layer setup may need only practical hands-on experience, while spatial data models, enterprise integrations, or public-facing map services need deeper expertise. Look for people who have handled similar data and deliverables before.
A strong Geographic Information System professional often brings SQL, data cleaning, basic scripting, and an understanding of business reporting. Knowledge of coordinate reference systems, APIs, and database design is also useful. For many projects, communication matters as much as technical depth.
Most GIS work can be done remotely if the data access, security, and review process are clear. On-site time helps when field teams, paper records, or local infrastructure details matter, which can happen in Austria-based projects. Many teams use a mix of remote delivery and short in-person workshops.
Look for clean data structure, correct projections, and maps that stay consistent across layers and systems. A solid Geographic Information System specialist explains assumptions, documents sources, and checks that the output answers the business question. Weak work often looks polished but breaks when data changes.
GIS is the field and set of methods for working with spatial data. ArcGIS is a specific software ecosystem used to build GIS workflows, maps, analysis, and sharing tools. Many projects use ArcGIS, but others rely on QGIS, PostGIS, or a mixed stack.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Austria who have used Geographic Information System in their recent projects is 92 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 736 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Austria who have used Geographic Information System in their recent projects, 80% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 20% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Austria who have used Geographic Information System in their recent projects have 17 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Austria who have used Geographic Information System in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (29%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Austria who have used Geographic Information System in their recent projects are Information Technology (71%), Aerospace and Defense (29%), and Automotive (29%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Austria who have used Geographic Information System in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (86%), and Business Intelligence (71%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Geographic Information System
Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
Countries:
- Germany
- Austria
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