Nareshkumar Arumugam

GIS professional with over 9 years of experience in spatial data management and workflow automation, expert in geospatial integration and GIS systems improvement. Key achievements include a 30% enhancement in data accuracy through automated workflows and the development of interactive web GIS tools using GeoServer and custom spatial databases. A GIS Specialist position is sought at Overijssel Province, where skills in spatial data management and workflow automation can be applied to support the mission of transforming geographical data into useful information for policymaking and decision-making.

GIS Analyst at Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc (JHTS Offshore) (2025-12 – Present)

Leading U.S. tax services company leveraging location intelligence and analytics to drive strategic business decisions

• Directed territory optimization strategy for 150+ U.S. territories, contributing to a 12% improvement in market coverage through GIS-driven location intelligence and demographic analysis.
• Delivered site selection and territory optimization recommendations for 200+ locations, supporting a 10% increase in expansion planning efficiency.
• Analyzed 50+ demographic, competitive, and geospatial datasets to identify 75+ growth opportunities and emerging markets.
• Developed executive-level dashboards and spatial reports used by 10+ stakeholders to guide real estate, franchise, and operational decisions.
• Systematized GIS workflows and reporting processes, reducing project turnaround times by 25% while improving data quality and consistency.
• Boosted decision-making efficiency by 20%. Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable geospatial solutions.

Associate Software Engineer at Moody's RMS India Pvt Ltd (2022-11 – 2025-12)

A leading provider of software and data solutions for risk management

• Developed and maintained global geospatial datasets supporting risk modeling, hazard assessment, and spatial analysis across US, UK, Spain, and Switzerland.
• Optimized spatial data workflows with SQL, Postgres/PostGIS, QGIS, and AI copilots, improving efficiency, accuracy, and reproducibility.
• Ensured 99% compliance with global standards by conducting rigorous quality assurance and regression testing on spatial datasets, including address, POI, and road layers.
• Designed and managed enterprise geocoding and spatial tools, facilitating accurate location matching and seamless system integration.
• Administered and optimized spatial databases, achieving 30% faster update cycles via enhanced data integrity and third-party data integration.
• Automated repetitive GIS tasks using Python, boosting team productivity by 30%.
• Created presentation-ready visuals and spatial deliverables for analysis, reporting, and stakeholder communication.

GIS Analyst at kCube Consultancy Services Pvt Ltd (2017-06 – 2022-11)

A consulting firm specializing in GIS and spatial analysis solutions

• Designed and streamlined custom spatial databases using PostgreSQL/PostGIS to meet diverse project requirements, reducing manual effort by 40%.
• Configured and styled spatial data layers in GeoServer for enhanced user experience, achieving 100% uptime for GIS tools.
• Processed and analyzed remote sensing and LiDAR data for spatial validation, 3D modeling, and feature classification, improving data accuracy.
• Enhanced GIS outputs compatible with CAD and engineering platforms, optimizing routing solutions for Canadian regions.
• Produced map books, AOI visuals, and technical documentation, accelerating planning and reporting processes by 20%.
• Led GIS training and system architecture collaboration to build internal capabilities and foster cross-functional development.
• Implemented advanced geospatial data management techniques, reducing project delivery time by 20%.

Master of Engineering in Remote Sensing and Geomatics – Anna University, Chennai (2020-11 – 2022-04)

Bachelor of Engineering in Geoinformatics – Anna University, Tirunelveli (2013-08 – 2017-04)