Geospatial Systems Architect - Secure Cloud-Native GIS Lead

gdit; Springfield (VA); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 219,000; Full time

Job summary

GDIT is seeking a Senior Geospatial Systems Software Engineer to lead the design and integration of advanced geospatial platforms for multi-domain DoW environments. You will drive secure, scalable architectures, mentor teams, and align efforts with Army modernization and convergence goals.

You will guide CI/CD pipelines, implement automated code analysis, and ensure RMF compliance while integrating geospatial data services (WMS/WFS/WCS) and AI/ML readiness.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in developing and managing enterprise GIS solutions in secure environments.
• Advanced experience with Python, JavaScript, C++, HTML, SQL, and C#.
• Deep expertise in ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, GeoServer, and PostGIS/PostgreSQL.
• Strong understanding of RMF compliance, cybersecurity practices, and access management.
• Significant experience with DevSecOps, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes/OpenShift), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Expertise in architecting secure geospatial solutions that adhere to STIG compliance and enterprise security benchmarks.
• Expert-level knowledge of OGC standards and their implementation within enterprise service-oriented architectures and cloud-native environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead Agile teams and mentor other engineers.
• Familiarity with AI/ML integration and geospatial data science is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and optimize enterprise-grade GIS applications and solutions.
• Provide technical leadership across the software development lifecycle - from requirements gathering and system design to implementation and delivery.
• Guide teams in Agile/Scrum environments, supporting DevSecOps best practices and CI/CD workflows.
• Oversee containerization strategies and deployment pipelines using Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift.
• Lead system integration efforts with geospatial databases (PostGIS/PostgreSQL), services (ArcGIS Enterprise, QGIS, GeoServer), and COTS tools (ENVI, RemoteView, Erdas Imagine, Skyline).
• Design and implement advanced geospatial data pipelines including acquisition, processing, and transformation at scale.
• Ensure compliance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and implement robust access control strategies.
• Lead the implementation of automated Static Code Analysis and Container Scanning within the CI/CD pipeline and drive the remediation of vulnerabilities to ensure spatial microservices and data layers are hardened and audit ready.
• Architect and implement secure, interoperable geospatial services utilizing OGC (Open Geospatial Consortium) standards (WMS, WFS, WMTS, WCS, and OGC API - Features) to ensure seamless data exchange across multi-domain DoW and Intelligence Community platforms.
• Support AI/ML model integration by developing data frameworks, model benchmarks, and performance metrics.
• Conduct and lead peer reviews, QA/QC evaluations, code validation, and database design sessions.
• Act as a technical liaison with stakeholders, translating mission requirements into scalable geospatial solutions.
• Mentor junior and mid-level developers, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
• Stay current on emerging geospatial, AI, and cloud technologies to influence strategic decisions.

Skills

CI/CD

Containerization

DevSecOps

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in information systems or related field

Job description

GDIT is seeking a Senior Geospatial Systems Software Engineer to lead the design and integration of advanced geospatial platforms for multi-domain DoW environments. You will drive secure, scalable architectures, mentor teams, and align efforts with Army modernization and convergence goals.

You will guide CI/CD pipelines, implement automated code analysis, and ensure RMF compliance while integrating geospatial data services (WMS/WFS/WCS) and AI/ML readiness.