GEOMAP Data Engineer San Antonio, TX

Woolpert; San Antonio, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Woolpert is hiring a GEOMAP Data Engineer to join the Air Force GeoBase team in San Antonio, TX. The role is on-site with four days at Lackland AFB and one day remote, reporting to the Geospatial Systems Team Leader.

The candidate will architect and implement geospatial solutions, automate processes in Esri environments, migrate legacy apps to AWS Cloud One, and collaborate with enterprise teams to ensure data quality and performance.

Qualifications

• Active Secret (or higher) security clearance.
• Background check and drug screening.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Expert knowledge of Esri ArcGIS software and capabilities.
• Experience with cloud environments (AWS) and on-prem data gateways.
• Experience with SDSFIE or similar spatial data models.

Responsibilities

• Develop Python-based apps, web services and enterprise solutions.
• Automate complex data processing and geoprocessing tasks for AF geospatial systems.
• Design user-friendly interfaces and ensure performance/quality.
• Integrate data across apps and review code, automation, dashboards.
• Create and manage GEOMAP dashboards and Portal content.
• Migrate GIS apps to AWS Cloud One and manage geo services.
• Support GIS software, scripts, and tool performance.
• Collaborate using Jira/Confluence within the GeoBase framework.

Skills

Python

Esri ArcGIS

ArcPy

Portal for ArcGIS

SQL

AWS

SDSFIE

GeoBase

Agile (Jira/Confluence)

Geospatial data modeling

Tools

Oracle

PostgreSQL

Job description

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.

Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work ® , Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

Position Overview

Woolpert is hiring a GEOMAP Data Engineer to join our dynamic Department of the Air Force (DAF) GeoBase team based in San Antonio, Texas. This is an on-site role with a schedule of 4 days working at the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) on Lackland Air Force Base and 1 day working remotely.

This position reports to the Geospatial Systems Team Leader and is responsible for architecting and implementing solutions for the rapidly growing GeoBase program. Roles of the GEOMAP Data Engineer include developing and implementing geospatial capabilities in an enterprise environment, Python scripting in an Esri environment to support process automation, and migrating legacy web applications and deploying them to our new Cloud One (AWS) environment.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do:

As a GEOMAP Data Engineer at Woolpert, you will:

• Develop custom applications, web services and enterprise solutions using Python
• Develop tools and scripts to automate complex data processing tasks and routine geoprocessing operations for the Air Force geospatial enterprise system
• Design user-friendly interfaces and ensure application performance and quality
• Integrate data across applications and conduct code, automation, and dashboard reviews with teammates
• Create and manage GEOMAP dashboards and Portal content with enterprise teams
• Create, maintain, and improve enterprise geoprocessing services
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing applications for improved efficiency
• Administer integrations with other systems and manage on-premises data gateways
• Support and troubleshoot GIS software, script, and tool performance
• Upgrade and migrate existing GIS applications and services to the Cloud One (Amazon Web Services) environment
• Utilize the GeoBase Agile framework to enable task visibility and project transparency to AFCEC client:
• Use Agile platform (Jira, Confluence) to record all processes and tasks, and manage all projects

What You Will Bring:

• Active Secret (or higher) security clearance
• Willingness to undergo a background check and drug screening
• Current CompTIA Security+ certification
• Expert knowledge of Esri ArcGIS software and capabilities:
• Proficient with Portal for ArcGIS administration
• Proficient with Esri Feature Service administration
• Proficient creating and modifying Python scripts using ArcPy
• Experience with Oracle database and other RDBMS software in cloud environments:
• Familiarity with SQL*Plus and PostgreSQL
• Experience working and deploying applications in a cloud environment such as AWS
• Experience with the Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment (SDSFIE) GIS data standards or other defined spatial data models
• Advanced knowledge of geospatial data types
• Proficient performing projection and coordinate system transformation processes
• Excellent technical writing skills:
• Proficient communicating complex technical issues to project and client leadership
• Ability to offer constructive feedback and problem solving, as well as clear direction to support goals
• Attention to detail - proven experience meeting data quality assurance and accuracy standards
• Strong organizational, time management and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively as part of a team, and as a member of a large organization
• The following experience is favored:
• Experience with the DAF GeoBase program
• Proficiency with the Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment (SDSFIE) GIS data standards or experience with other defined spatial data models
• Experience using Agile methodologies, preferably Atlassian (Jira, Confluence) software
• Experience in enterprise GIS
• Experience with DoW geospatial data or systems

Benefits You Will Love

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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