Geospatial Data Manager/Architect

Location: Commutable distance to Bristol, this is a hybrid role 

Salary range: £Competitive + Generous benefits package

About Fathom

Founded in 2013, Fathom is a global leader in water risk intelligence. We provide risk management professionals with the most scientifically robust intelligence for understanding the climate's effects on water risk. Our team of dedicated scientists harnesses a passion for innovation and the environment to develop rigorous catastrophe models and comprehensive mapping and geospatial data. By publishing cutting-edge peer-reviewed academic research and applying it to real-world challenges, Fathom enables stronger decision-making for (re)insurance, civil engineering, corporate risk, financial services, disaster response, and government.

Academic research remains as important to our team now as when we started. This commitment ensures we are providing our customers and partners with market-leading flood models based on the ever-advancing frontiers of scientific research in the face of the increasing challenges posed by climate change.

Our Values

• Science is in our DNA: As scientists, we are on top of all the latest discoveries in the world of water risk. We put our peer-reviewed research to work solving our customers' challenges.

• We make a difference: The impact that we have as individuals and as a team is one that we are proud of. Our work has a purpose, and that is to bridge the gap between academia and industry.

• One for all: Whenever in need, each teammate knows that they can lean on the whole company for support. Together, we solve problems better.

• We are open and transparent: Our customers know exactly where they stand because we're 100% honest about how we develop our products. We thrive on open feedback and conversation with our customers and fellow scientists from around the world.

• We embrace individuality: At Fathom, being different is the norm and we value all opinions from our teammates. As a company, we challenge the status quo to deliver real innovations that stand out from the crowd.

• We are dynamic: Always determined to do even better, we are flexible with our employees, adaptable with our customers, and agile as a business. We shape what we do around what needs to be done.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Geospatial Data Manager to join our growing team. This is a critical role responsible for the architecture, implementation, and day-to-day management of our geospatial data systems. You will ensure our data processes are robust, followed, and meet the highest standards of quality and integrity.

Working closely with our scientific and technical teams, you will play a key part in the data lifecycle, from cataloging and quality assurance to access management and availability for internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Architecture and Management: Understand data architecture requirements to implement and manage a robust geospatial data system.

• Data Governance: Establish and enforce data governance policies and procedures across the team.

• Data Cataloging and Metadata Management: Develop and maintain a comprehensive data catalog. Implement and manage metadata standards relevant to geospatial data.

• Data Quality Assurance: Ensure data integrity by implementing and overseeing data quality checks and review processes before data moves downstream.

• Version Control: Manage and maintain a rigorous version control system for all our data assets.

• Data Access and Availability: Control and manage access to data for internal and external stakeholders, working with our tech and API teams to ensure seamless data transfer.

• Data Lifecycle Management: Oversee the complete data lifecycle, including archiving, retention, and deletion policies.

Skills and Experience:

Requirements

• Proven experience in a data management or similar role.

• Strong background in data governance and ensuring team adherence to policies.

• Demonstrable experience with metadata management and standards.

• Experience in data quality assurance.

• Experience in data version control.

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• A solid understanding of data lifecycle management principles and practices.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with geospatial data and software.

• Experience of designing, implementing, transitioning and maintaining data management systems.

• Experience of working with open source tools and software.

• Experience with scripting languages for data processing and management.

• Familiarity with cloud-based storage options (e.g., AWS,Google Cloud).

• Knowledge of relevant external standards.

• Proficiency with databasing and querying tools.

• Experience in delivering training on using data management systems.