Geospatial Backend Developer - Multiple Positions at Junior/Mid/Senior Levels

NV5; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Professional development opportunities

401(k) plan

Job summary

NV5 is seeking a Geospatial Backend Developer in St. Louis, MO to create software solutions for national security clients. The role involves developing backend services with Python and Node.js, handling geospatial processing, and working with GIS tools.

Applicants must have an active Top Secret Clearance and a relevant Bachelor's degree. Benefits include competitive compensation, medical insurance, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and active Top Secret Security Clearance.
• 2+ years as a backend software engineer.
• Experience with API design and service architectures.

Responsibilities

• Build backend services for geospatial processing.
• Develop integration services using Node.js and Python.
• Collaborate with teams to create production solutions.

Skills

Backend service development

Python programming

Node.js/JavaScript

REST API design

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)

Security Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or GIS

Tools

ArcGIS Enterprise

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

NV5 Geospatial (NV5G) is actively recruiting qualified and cleared Geospatial Backend Developers to support national security client sites in the Northern Virginia and St. Louis, MO areas. Candidates will build software leveraging Esri's products and APIs to build core backend services that solve complex problems at a global scale. From building intuitive AI interfaces to writing Python for geoprocessing tools and AI agents, you'll be exposed to the full development lifecycle and cutting‑edge GIS solutions. A Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility or an active TS/SCI are required conditions of employment.

Work Environment

• Location: St. Louis, MO Area (St. Louis, MO and/or St. Charles, MO)
• Travel up to 15% of the time

Responsibilities

• Build backend services that power geospatial processing, automation, and user-facing capabilities
• Develop APIs, proxies, and integration services using Node.js and Python
• Create and maintain backend tooling that extends ArcGIS Enterprise in containerized environments
• Develop and maintain geoprocessing services, automation scripts, and operational workflows
• Build connectors and ingestion pipelines across diverse enterprise data sources
• Support deployments across cloud-native and on-prem environments
• Improve reliability and performance through API design, testing, monitoring, and observability
• Collaborate with platform, DevOps, and GIS teams to translate requirements into production solutions

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. citizenship with Active or Current (within two years of active) Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or STEM-related field
• 2+ years of experience as a backend software engineer or equivalent practical experience
• Hands‑on experience developing backend services using Python, JavaScript/Node.js, Java (for enterprise integrations and services)
• Experience designing and building REST APIs and service-based architectures
• Experience extending or integrating with ArcGIS Enterprise or similar enterprise geospatial platforms
• Familiarity with geoprocessing workflows, proxies and middleware services, and automation of GIS or data processing tasks
• Experience working in containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes, or similar)
• Solid fundamentals in API design, software/systems design, and testing and debugging distributed services
• Strong problem solving, communication, and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or STEM-related field
• Esri certification
• CompTIA Security+ certification
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
• Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools
• Exposure to DevSecOps practice and secure development pipelines
• Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise SDKs, automation frameworks, or platform extensions
• Experience building services for geospatial analysis, data pipelines, or map services
• Familiarity with enterprise authentication, proxies, and secure service architectures
• Experience with relational and spatial databases (PostgreSQL/PostGIS, SQL Server, etc.)
• Exposure to event-driven architectures, batch processing, or distributed data workflows

Clearance Requirement:

• Active/Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, FTO, 401(k), and professional development/advancement opportunities.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.