Geospatial Web Developer

The Nature Conservancy (All); United States; Remote; USD 81,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Geospatial Web Developer to design, develop, and maintain web GIS applications and visualization tools that support global conservation science and marketing teams. You will work within Conservation Application Development and collaborate across IT and business units to promote consistent web map delivery.

Remote-friendly role with emphasis on Eastern and Pacific time zones; not eligible for relocation or visa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field with 3+ years programming experience.
• 3 years of frontend web development (JS/TypeScript, HTML, CSS).
• UI/UX experience in application development.
• Experience with web mapping APIs (ArcGIS Maps SDK JS, Mapbox, Leaflet).
• Experience with component-based frameworks (Vue, Angular, React).
• Experience with source control repositories (Bitbucket, GitHub).
• Ability to analyze complex specifications and document effectively.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and document user and technology requirements for wide-ranging projects.
• Design and develop new complex tech systems per TNC guidelines.
• Lead tech projects related to application maintenance and upgrades.
• Provide production support for issues as needed.
• Perform QA reviews and validate work before production release.
• Act as project or technical lead with realistic estimations.
• Continuously learn and grow as a developer.

Skills

JS/TypeScript

HTML

CSS

UI/UX

Vue

Angular

React

Web mapping APIs

Docker

GitHub

Bitbucket

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript

Mapbox

Leaflet

Terraform

CloudFormation

Docker

PostgreSQL/PostGIS

Job description

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Geospatial Web Developer provides web application development expertise to support TNC’s diverse and geographically distributed conservation science and marketing communities.

The Geospatial Web Developer will support and develop web GIS applications and solutions according to system requirements following TNC methodologies and best practices. In supporting existing applications and advising professionals across our global organization, they will also play a key role in shaping web application guidelines as we strive for a more consistent approach to web map and application delivery across teams and platforms. While we extensively use Esri tools and technologies, we also use and support other platforms and technologies, including open-source geospatial software.

The Geospatial Web Developer is a member of the Conservation Application Development team but will work with other functional teams in the Conservation & Geospatial Systems group within Information Technology (IT), and with other TNC business units in a variety of development and design roles. The Web Developer will help in creating and maintaining web mapping applications and visualization tools focused on supporting our goal to conserve 4 billion hectares of Earth’s oceans, 650 million hectares of land, 30 million hectares of lakes and wetlands, and 1 million kilometers of river systems. The Geospatial Web Developer will spend approximately 75% of their time designing, developing and maintaining applications and infrastructure, including working with product owners to refine requirements and related tasks, and approximately 25% of their time providing guidance and support to others developing web mapping applications.

This is a fully remote position where the chosen candidate can work anywhere TNC is registered to work with preference to candidates who can serve Eastern and Pacific time zones.

This position is not eligible for relocation, or visa.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Analyze and document end-user and technology-user business requirements for technology projects with wide range of complexity at varying levels of impact on organization-wide initiatives.
• Design and develop new, complex technology systems and solutions according to system requirements following TNC methodology and development best practices.
• Act as lead technologist on technology application maintenance projects related to application upgrades, conversions, and modifications. Perform tasks assigned as required to complete project including design, development, running specific programs, generating reports, and analyzing results.
• Provide support for production problems as assigned.
• Act as quality assurance analyst to conduct peer reviews and validate programmer analyst work done for moderately complex systems before their release to production in all phases of the project life cycle.
• Act as Project or Technical Lead as assigned. Develop accurate project plans with realistic estimations and provide technical expertise to team members and users to help resolve complex project-related problems.
• Learn continuously and seek opportunities to grow as a developer.

We’re Looking for You:

Are you a Geospatial Web Developer looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to advance your skills and career in a global conservation organization?If you are a detail-oriented, responsible team player passionate about conservation and technology and understand the state of the art in web application delivery, then you are the type of person we are looking for! We are looking for a talented Web Developer with strong customer service skills who understands the intersection of conservation, GIS, and application development to join our collaborative, fun, and rewarding team of professionals supporting conservation and geospatial innovation across our global organization. Come join our team and be a part of an organization that creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, or a related field and three years of experience in programming and systems design OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Three years’ progressive experience with frontend web development (JS/TypeScript, HTML, CSS).
• Experience with UI/UX, web design and usability principles in application development.
• Experience with web mapping APIs (ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript, Mapbox, Leaflet), or other relevant geospatial experience.
• Experience with component-based frontend frameworks and libraries (e.g., Vue, Angular, React).
• Experience with source control and code repositories (e.g., Bitbucket, Github).
• Experience analyzing complex, system-wide technical specifications, debugging applications, and producing effective user and technical documentation.

Desired Qualifications:

• Ability to work on projects independently and with a team of developers.
• Experience using AI coding assistants for accelerating development tasks.
• Experience in both cartographic and graphic design, including mapping and charting libraries (e.g., Chart.js, amCharts, D3).
• Experience with ArcGIS Online (AGO) tools and platforms (e.g., Experience Builder, AGO dashboards).
• Backend development experience (experience with .NET/C# is a plus).
• Knowledge of database management systems (e.g., Esri’s File Geodatabase, PostgresSQL/PostGIS, AWS RDS, AWS Aurora, Microsoft SQL Server, or MySQL).
• Knowledge of and experience with cloud computing services (AWS preferred).
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) and deployment pipelines.
• Experience with app containerization (e.g., Docker).
• Leadership skills and an ability to coordinate application delivery and best practices across different organizational units.
• Strong interest or a background in natural sciences and conservation.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple competing demands.
• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience are appreciated, including experience with web maps supporting different languages.

Salary Information:

This position may be based in any country where TNC has an established entity, taking into consideration legal restrictions, such as non-national ratios and immigration processing times. For U.S. based applicants only, the starting pay range for this position is generally within the range of $80,840.00 – $128,700.00for annual base salary and is based on location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. For all other applicants, pay ranges will be in local currency, the pay range will be based on the local labor market, and not tied to the above pay range. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment and used to determine your actual pay range. Additionally, for all applicants, actual pay will fall within a range based on a variety of factors including, for example, the candidate’s qualifications, specific skills, and experience.

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”

What We Bring:

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

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