Geospatial Systems Software Engineer, Mid

General Dynamics - IT; Springfield (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT is seeking a Geospatial Systems Software Engineer to design, deploy, and test enterprise GIS applications. You will develop with Python, C#, C++, HTML, and JavaScript, and document changes in GitLab.

You’ll handle geospatial data workflows and RMF-compliant security within ArcGIS Enterprise environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS- related field.
• 5–10 years of relevant technical experience.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro/Enterprise, QGIS, GeoServer, PostGIS.
• Familiarity with DoW policies, configuration management, and distributed systems.
• TS/SCI clearance is required or active preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, customize, deploy, and test enterprise GIS applications.
• Develop software with Python, C#, C++, HTML, JavaScript.
• Author and maintain documentation and versioning notes in GitLab.
• Implement geospatial data acquisition, preparation, and conversion.
• Support RMF compliance for access controls and system security.
• Manage access roles within ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Configure and troubleshoot WMS/WFS/WMTS/WCS and OGC API – Features.
• Integrate Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift for deployment.
• Contribute to AI/ML/DL system support and data management.
• Perform QA/QC, code reviews, and lifecycle compliance.

Skills

DevSecOps

AGILE

Git-based tools

Problem solving

Collaboration

OGC standards

ArcGIS suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS-related field

Tools

GitLab

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Job description

Deliver complex capabilities with simple, scalable solutions.

Join GDIT as a Geospatial Systems Software Engineer and help develop mission-critical applications that shape national security and intelligence. In this role, you’ll apply advanced GIS and software development expertise to build, deploy, and support enterprise systems for the Department of War (DoW). You'll be part of a highly skilled team solving technical challenges that make an impact — today and for the future.

What You’ll Do:

• Design, customize, deploy, and test enterprise GIS applications.
• Perform software development using Python, C#, C++, HTML, and JavaScript.
• Author and maintain technical documentation (user guides, configuration updates, versioning notes in GitLab, etc.).
• Implement geospatial data acquisition, preparation, and conversion processes.
• Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance for access controls and system security.
• Manage access roles and permissions within ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot OGC-compliant web services (WMS, WFS, WMTS, WCS, and OGC API – Features) to support cross-platform data interoperability and client-side consumption.
• Integrate containerization technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift.
• Contribute to AI/ML/DL system support including training data management and model validation.
• Conduct QA/QC processes including code reviews, database evaluations, and lifecycle compliance.
• Interpret and remediate vulnerabilities from Static Code Analysis and container scanning tools, while ensuring geospatial services and databases are configured in alignment with STIG compliance standards.
• Participate in requirements analysis, software design, and development best practices.
• Collaborate with a small, agile team in a DevSecOps environment.
• Utilize and support COTS tools such as ENVI, RemoteView, Erdas Imagine, ArcGIS, Skyline, etc.

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency with DevOps/DevSecOps workflows.
• Proven experience integrating security best practices into the GIS development lifecycle.
• Hands-on experience with AGILE software development methodologies.
• Experience with Git-based version control tools (GitHub, GitLab).
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems creatively and independently.
• Strong collaboration skills in team-based environments.
• Working knowledge of OGC standards (WMS, WFS, WMTS), familiarity with modern OGC API – Features implementation, and experience implementing them within enterprise GIS environments and custom web applications.
• Deep understanding of GIS platforms: ArcGIS Pro/Enterprise, QGIS, GeoServer, PostGIS/PostgreSQL.
• Familiarity with DoW policies, configuration management, and distributed systems.

Location: Springfield, VA. Potential 1 day work from home.

Clearance Required: TS/SCI

Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required

Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in a GIS-related field.

Years of Experience: 5–10 years of relevant technical experience.

Why GDIT:

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. We support your growth with opportunities for advancement, ongoing learning, and a culture rooted in innovation. You'll work on impactful projects, surrounded by experts, with access to the tools and flexibility needed to thrive.

Be part of something greater. Own your career. Make an impact with GDIT.