Geospatial Analyst - Hybrid

ZipRecruiter; Bodega Bay (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Geospatial Analyst to join their innovative team. This hybrid role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge Esri ArcGIS technology, focusing on the server side and enterprise-level Geospatial Information Systems. You'll engage with clients to streamline processes, develop sophisticated geodatabases, and create impactful web and mobile applications. With a commitment to community and collaboration, this position allows you to pursue your passion projects while making a meaningful difference in the field of GIS. If you're a self-motivated problem solver with a passion for geospatial technology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience with Esri ArcGIS Platform and extensions.
• Practical Python programming experience for ArcGIS applications.
• Excellent command of English with superior writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to gather information and identify opportunities.
• Develop and maintain enterprise geodatabases and web services.
• Provide training and mentoring to staff and interns.

Skills

Esri ArcGIS Platform

Python Programming

Spatial Data Analysis

Geodatabase Management

Project Management

Data Management

Technical Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Earth Sciences or Computer Science

GISP Certification

Master's Degree in GIS or Related Field

Tools

ArcGIS Server

SQL Server

RESTful APIs

Operations Dashboard

AutoCAD

JavaScript

HTML5

CSS3

Job description

Job Description

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Full-time hybrid position with benefits.

Salary Range: $90-130K.

We are seeking a Geospatial Analyst with practical expertise with the Esri ArcGIS technology stack, with emphasis on the server side, ArcGIS Enterprise, including ArcSDE on SQL Server, web-based and mobile applications, as well as high-quality data development and management. A passion for GIS and the ability to engage and inform clients is crucial for success in this position. This opportunity offers a remote work situation with visits to client sites as needed. Competitive salary and the ability to pursue passion projects. Join a diverse workplace, work with passionate GIS professionals, and make a difference in your local community.

You will significantly contribute to architecting and building enterprise-level Geospatial Information Systems, sophisticated geodatabases, nimble web services, and beautiful web-based and mobile applications. You will change the way our clients do business, mainly through organization-wide integration of GIS with a wide variety of business-specific information systems.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Engage directly with clients to gather relevant information, understand clients' business issues and challenges, establish functional and data requirements, and identify opportunities for improvement.
2. Apply systems thinking to streamline processes and system components for creative and superior outcomes.
3. Write business analysis diagram workflows, solution documentation, and proposals.
4. Acquire, handle, and maintain datasets from multiple sources and themes, and ensure their quality over time.
5. Develop, implement, and administer ArcGIS Server/Enterprise with various extensions, including the Portal for ArcGIS, and a range of client applications such as Operations Dashboard, Maps for Office, ArcGIS for AutoCAD, Collector for ArcGIS, etc.
6. Publish, optimize, and use Web Services, build or use RESTful APIs, especially ArcGIS API for JavaScript, or other connectors for enterprise integration and location-based analysis and visualization.
7. Design, develop, implement, and maintain enterprise geodatabases, mainly with Microsoft SQL Server backing, and thoroughly document geodatabase architecture.
8. Develop custom applications for desktop and web platforms.
9. Perform complex data analysis using ArcGIS, relational databases, and other software to solve spatial and relational problems.
10. Provide training, mentoring, and task assignments to staff, including analysts, technicians, and interns.
11. Review technical work of others, including consultants, contracting agencies, and organizations.
12. Assist in scoping GIS projects and participate in proposal development, respond to public inquiries, and develop materials for meetings and presentations.
13. Communicate complex technical issues to non-technical GIS users, serve as a technical representative on committees, and provide expertise to staff, clients, and the public.
14. Interface with software/infrastructure vendors and consultants to stay updated on latest technology advances and best practices.
15. Respond positively to other assignments and opportunities as needed.

Role Requirements:

1. Minimum 7 years of demonstrated relevant expertise with Esri ArcGIS Platform, including ArcGIS for Desktop, ArcGIS Enterprise, and their extensions, GeoEvent, Operations Dashboard, Insights, ArcGIS Online (AGOL), Field Maps, and Story Maps.
2. Practical Python programming experience, especially for ArcGIS applications in a professional environment.
3. Experience working with geographic data sources from local, county, state, or federal agencies.
4. Proficiency in spatial and relational data analysis, data management, modeling, statistics, and remote sensing.
5. Advanced geodatabase management skills, particularly with Microsoft SQL Server.
6. Application design and development skills, web authoring, and GIS scripting.
7. Experience with spatial and tabular data collection, organization, management, and processing.
8. Excellent command of English with superior writing skills, especially in GIS, BIM, AEC, and AR fields.
9. Willingness and ability to understand, simplify, and streamline complex information systems from the user perspective, and effectively share and align with others regardless of background.
10. Demonstrated experience in project management principles and practices.
11. Open-minded, curious, collaborative, observant, thoughtful, tinkerer, empiricist, lifelong learner, self-motivated.
12. Self-starter and self-directed, productivity-oriented, satisfied with completing tasks.
13. Determined to stay focused and committed to resolving issues positively.
14. Willing to learn new skills as needed.
15. Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Earth sciences, computer science, or related field.

Qualifications:

• GISP certification.
• Master's degree or equivalent in GIS or related field.

Bonus Qualifications:

• JavaScript, node.js, HTML5, CSS3, D3, Angular, CESIUM, Leaflet.
• Autodesk products, especially AutoCAD 3D and Revit.
• Geospatial ETL, particularly Safe Software FME Desktop/Server/Cloud.
• Familiarity with cloud-based GIS architecture, administration, and best practices.
• Enterprise GIS for utility networks (water, sewer, storm drain, gas, electric).
• Pattern recognition, machine learning, especially deep learning and clustering.
• Development of iOS apps.
• GNSS and LiDAR field data collection and processing.