Software Developer and Geoinformatics Specialist for Specialized Applications | nformatiker oder Geoinformatiker (w/m/d) für den Bereich Fachanwendungen / Softwareentwicklung

Bayerisches Landesamt für Umwelt Dienststelle Hof

Hof, Saale, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Oct 28, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role at the Bavarian State Office for the Environment (LfU) focuses on the development and maintenance of the Bavarian Soil Information System (BIS), a central platform for environmental data management. The specialist will primarily engage in software development, focusing on implementing new features, developing specialized classes, and performing geo-data management, including ETL processes using FME software. Key responsibilities involve analyzing user requirements, translating them into data models and application logic, and ensuring quality through testing and documentation. The position requires a university degree in Informatics or Geoinformatics and strong professional experience with Java technologies, SQL databases, and requirements analysis. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to environmental protection and digitization efforts in Bavaria, working within a collaborative team structure and utilizing modern technology stacks including Oracle, Java Swing, and ESRI ArcGIS products.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree (Master or equivalent) in Informatics, Geoinformatics, or comparable field of study.

Experience

  • Professional experience in Software Development
  • Professional experience with Java Technologies
  • Professional experience with Databases and SQL
  • Professional experience in Requirements Analysis
  • Desirable practical experience in Geoinformatics, especially with ESRI products
  • Desirable experience in developing ETL processes, ideally with FME
  • Desirable basic knowledge in Application Operations and System Installation

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Fixed-term contract until December 31, 2030 (starting January 1, 2026). Must work in a cross-functional project team. Job location is Hof, Germany.