Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
remote sensing technician
ESCO occupation · 15 essential, 22 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
mathematics
collect data using GPS
possess visual literacy
geomatics
use geographic information systems
execute analytical mathematical calculations
study radar images
surveying
remote sensing techniques
geodesy
study aerial photos
geography
photogrammetry
geographic information systems
keep task records
Optional & specialised skills
civil engineering
engineering principles
operate remote sensing equipment
develop geological databases
geology
interpret geophysical data
conduct research on climate processes
topography
create strategic maps
compile GIS-data
assist scientific research
create cadastral maps
prepare geological map sections
cartography
research remote sensing technologies
Earth science
use CAD software
create GIS reports
apply digital mapping
geophysics
collect mapping data
create thematic maps
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Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.