GIS Solution Architect

Infoplus Technologies UK Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the UK is searching for a GIS Solutions Architect with over 8 years of experience in Esri ArcGIS. The role involves architecting end-to-end GIS solutions and designing scalable architectures on Azure cloud. Candidates must have strong problem-solving and communication skills, as well as proficiency in Python and web development technologies. Applicants with experience in water utilities and Esri certifications will be preferred. This position is a great opportunity to work on innovative projects in the GIS field.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in GIS solutions architecture.
• Strong experience with Esri ArcGIS platform.
• Proficiency in web development technologies.

Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end GIS solutions leveraging the Esri ArcGIS ecosystem.
• Design scalable enterprise GIS architectures on Azure cloud.
• Guide containerization, automation, scaling, and performance tuning.

Skills

Esri ArcGIS platform expertise

Cloud-native deployments

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Python

Tools

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

JavaScript

SQL

Job description

Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end GIS solutions leveraging the Esri ArcGIS ecosystem (ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, Portal/AGOL, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Data Store, Geodatabases).
• Design scalable enterprise GIS architectures preferably Azure cloud.
• Lead solution blueprinting, conceptual design, logical/physical architecture, network topology, and integration models.
• Design and implement ArcGIS Utility Network for water networks with Esri Utility Network Expertise.
• Knowledge about ArcGIS product suite: ArcGIS REST API
• Python/ArcPy
• Web GIS applications
• Feature services, map services, geoprocessing services
• Cloud, DevOps & Security
• Support deployment of ArcGIS Enterprise on cloud platforms using CI/CD pipelines
• Implement identity integration (ADFS, SAML, OAuth), role-based access, and high-availability setups.
• Guide containerization, automation, scaling, and performance tuning.
• Experience with cloud-native deployments and scalable architectures
• Ability to create architecture diagrams, solution patterns, and system roadmaps
• Experience with TOGAF or other architecture frameworks (preferred)
• Strong understanding of integration patterns, security, and enterprise architecture principles
• Work closely with business teams, enterprise architects, SMEs, and Esri consultants.
• Conduct workshops, technical presentations, and solution walkthroughs.

Your Profile

• 8+ years of experience
• Strong experience with Esri ArcGIS platform (ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro)
• Experience with Utility Network Model (UNM) and advanced GIS workflows
• Proficiency in ArcGIS API for JavaScript, Python, and web development technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript frameworks).
• Knowledge of geodatabase design, SQL, and spatial analysis
• Familiarity with cloud GIS deployments (Azure/AWS) and DevOps practices
• Experience with TOGAF or other architecture frameworks
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Desirable skills/knowledge/experience

• Water Utilities and other utilities experience
• Esri certifications (Web Application Developer, Enterprise Administration)
• Knowledge of data migration and integration with enterprise systems