Map Analyst (1 year contract)

Do you dream of what cars of the future will look like when you combine them with connectivity, a smartphone, and cloud services? Can you imagine uniting those dreams with a company that has the skills and relationships to make that a reality? If so, Telenav wants you!

At Telenav, we believe the car is at the beginning of a massive innovation wave that mirrors what happened on the smartphone several years ago. Building on our long history of mobile and in-car navigation software and services, we are on a mission to make people’s lives less stressful, more productive and more fun when they’re on the go. 

We're looking for a map analyst with proven experience on handling industry navigation data, map generation and quality assessments. You will part of a map analysts team collaborating with developers and product managers to build, validate and update our map data product always ensuring its highest quality.  The ideal candidate will be a passionate mapper and team player with strong communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze spatial data through mapping software
• Research for patterns and trends through spatial mapping of data
• Map data generation, automation and quality assessments
• Build frameworks for high frequency map updates
• Active role in company's map data generation roadmap
• Map features editing, application of GIS tools and libraries

REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 2 years’ experience with GIS
• Hands-on experience with industry navigation data such as Navteq, TeleAtlas, etc
• Exposure to OSM (editing platform JOSM)
• Exposure to QGIS, Overpass API, PostGIS or other related GIS technologies
• BS or MS degree in Geography or related field
• Good relational database skills
• Excellent quality control skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Good communication skills (English) both verbal and written

WHAT WE OFFER:

• An opportunity to be part of a global company working on cutting edge products in a rapidly innovating industry
• An opportunity to see your products come to life in millions of automobiles.
• An opportunity to see our products come to life in millions of automobiles
• Opportunity to work with latest technologies and best practices
• Being part of a great community