GIS Technology Innovation Center

About GISTIC:
GISTIC (www.gistic.org) is an R&D Lab, based in Makkah, interested in GIS (Geographical Information Systems) providing solutions for big spatial data.We are passionate about turning our research projects into useful applications.

UI Designer
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Job description:
We are looking for a passionate UI Designer to help us create beautiful and usable products. You will help us translate User Interaction Design into a pixel perfect visual design, and preparing assets and design files.
The projects you will be working on range from Web Design, Mobile App Design to Interaction / UX Design.

Requirements:
+ Extensive knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite, PS, AI (Duh).
+ Experience in designing responsive websites.
+ Pixel perfect precision designs.
+ The ability to work collaboratively.
+ Front End development is a plus.
+ Experience in mobile UI is a plus.

What we offer:
+ Competitive salaries.
+ Live just 10 minutes from Al-Haram.
+ Housing & Transportation allowance.
+ A gorgeous Macbook pro.
+ Flexible working hours.
+ Creative environment with a fun room.

Interested candidates are welcome to send their CV on [email protected], with the subject “UI Designer” along with your portfolio.

About GISTIC:

GISTIC (www.gistic.org) is an R&D Lab, based in Makkah, interested in GIS (Geographical Information Systems) providing solutions for big spatial data.We are passionate about turning our research projects into useful applications.

Software Engineer
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Job Description:
* You will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software solutions. We need our engineers to be versatile and passionate to tackle daily challenges and to be committed with deadlines.

Responsibilities:
The candidate is expected to possess a wide range of skills, and will be responsible for :
* Develop robust scalable web-based and mobile (Android/iOS) applications, including backend and frontend.
* Commitment to deliver on a tight schedule.
* Creative solutions for hard problems, as most of the time, you’ll be facing non-traditional issues.

Required Skills :
* BSc. degree in Computer Science or related field.
* Practical experience of 2+ years
* Coding skills in C/C++, Java, Python or JavaScript/AJAX.
* Experience with Unix/Linux shell.
* Strong object-oriented skills.

Preferred Skills :
* 2+ years of industrial experience.
* Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, and software design.
* iOS/Android development.
* Full web development stake.
* Agile development (Scrum).

Research Engineer
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Job Description :
The Research Engineer in GISTIC will work both collaboratively and independently on research, prototypes and products. The Research Engineer will : conduct research, analyze results, develop recommendations and take part in deadlines and deliverables on a timely basis, he may present findings in reports and/or at public meetings, conferences, etc., develop and design prototypes and may participate in incorporating them in a final working product. As needed, he will assist with other special projects as instructed by the Director.

Job Requirements :
Being a Research Engineer means you’re expected to possess both Research and Engineering skills to far extent.

Required Skills :
* BSc. in Computer Science or related field.
* C/C++ Programming
* Java Programming
* Machine Learning basics
* Mathematical Models basics
* Research Experience

Preferred Skills :
* Masters/Phd in Computer Science or related field.
* Conference publication
* 2+ years of industrial experience
* iOS/Android development
* Web development

What we offer:
* Competitive salaries.
* Live just 10 minutes from Al-Haram.
* Housing & Transportation allowance.
* A gorgeous Macbook pro.
* Flexible working hours.
* Creative environment with a fun room.

Interested candidates are welcome to send their CV on [email protected], with the subject “Software Engineer” or "Research Engineer".

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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.gis.hajjsensepowermap

HajjSense PowerMap

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ملتقى الابتكار لنظم المعلومات الجغرافية 2014

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زيارة اللجنة العلمية لمقر مركز الابتكار التقني لانظمة المعلومات الجغرافية pic.twitter.com/30vkBLHIs5

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نائب مدير المركز د. حسن خرمي و الباحث الرئيس للمشروع د. انس باسلامة يكرمان المتعاونين في مشروع
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اجتماع الباحثين لمناقشة اخر ماتوصلت اليه المشاريع البحثية و العملية pic.twitter.com/UtCBhRm8K5

The GIS Technology Innovation Center at Umm Al-Qura University, is organizing the GIS Innovation Forum 2014, to be held on February 6, 2014, at Umm Al-Qura University in Makkah.

مشاركة مركز الابتكار التقني لأنظمة المعلومات الجغرافية في معرض ابتكار 2013
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