World Bank Hiring Senior Technical Lead to Drive Geospatial and AI Solutions in Bulgaria

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Area

Central and Eastern Europe

Host Country

Bulgaria

Deadline

On going

Study level

Postgraduate

Opportunity type

Jobs

Opportunity funding

Full funding

Eligible Countries

This opportunity is destined for all countries

Eligible Region

All Regions

Sofia, Bulgaria | Global IT & Geospatial Careers

The World Bank Group has opened applications for a Senior Technical Lead for Geospatial Solutions, a senior-level technology role within its Information and Technology Solutions (ITS) Vice Presidential Unit. Based in Sofia, Bulgaria, the position is offered under local recruitment with a two-year fixed-term contract at the GG grade level.

The application deadline is 22 February 2026 at 11:59 PM UTC.

Powering Development Impact Through Geospatial Technology

As the World Bank accelerates its mission to end poverty on a livable planet, geospatial intelligence, AI, and digital platforms are becoming central to how development impact is designed, monitored, and scaled.

This role sits within the ITS Country Engagement (ITSCE) unit, which delivers digital solutions for country programs, supports the World Banks evolving Country Engagement model, and leads geospatial innovation, including project geo-tagging, spatial analytics, and AI-powered business solutions.

The Senior Technical Lead will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering next-generation geospatial platforms that enhance spatial visibility, performance tracking, and evidence-based decision-making across World Bank operations worldwide.

Leading Strategic Geospatial and AI Platforms

The selected candidate will serve as the primary technical authority for major geospatial initiatives, overseeing architecture, delivery, and long-term scalability.

Key platforms and initiatives include:

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership and Architecture

Innovation, AI, and Platform Modernization

Collaboration and Delivery

Ideal Candidate Profile

The World Bank is seeking a senior technologist with:

Exceptional communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to operate in fast-moving global environments are critical for success in this role.

Language and Location

Why This Role Matters

Geospatial technology is transforming how development challenges are understood and addressedfrom poverty mapping to climate monitoring and carbon markets. This role places the successful candidate at the intersection of technology, AI, and global development, with direct influence on how the World Bank designs and measures impact across countries and regions.

For senior technologists passionate about innovation, spatial intelligence, and global public good, this position offers both scale and purpose.

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