GIS Architect

TEK Systems; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Remote; USD 128,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability

HSA

Transportation Benefits

Time Off

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking an Enterprise GIS Practice Architect in Philadelphia with deep ArcGIS Enterprise experience to support delivery and sales efforts. The role leads technical architecture, mentors teams, and collaborates with sales to scope and design GIS solutions.

You will manage ArcGIS environments, upgrade systems, and drive data architecture, geospatial analytics, and reporting across customer projects.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Windows-based computers.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Enterprise GIS Practice Architect role on delivery projects.
• Provide enterprise GIS consulting, architecture and team oversight.
• Support solution design, scoping and SOW creation.
• Balance 80% delivery work with 20% sales engineering.

Skills

ArcGIS Enterprise

Administration

Upgrade & Migrate

ArcGIS Pro

SDE Admin

Cloud Experience

Wireless Tech

Fiber Optic Design

Program/PM

Project Coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree (GIS/CS)

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Think of TEKsystems Global Services (TGS) as the growth solution for enterprises today. We unleash growth through technology, strategy, design, execution and operations with a customer-first mindset for bold business leaders. We deliver cloud, data and customer experience solutions. Our partnerships with leading cloud, design and business intelligence platforms fuel our expertise. We value deep relationships, dedication to serving others and inclusion. We drive positive outcomes for our people and our business, and we stay true to our commitments and act in harmony with our words. We exist to create significant opportunity for people to achieve fulfillment through career success.

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Primary Technical Skills:

• 1.Esri ArcGIS Enterprise
• a.Administration
• b.Implement, Upgrade, and Migrate
• 2.Esri ArcGIS Pro
• 3.SDE Database Administration
• 4.Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• 5.Wireless Telecommunications Technologies
• 6.Fiber Optic / Broadband Engineering & design
• 7.Program and/or Project Management

Secondary Technical Skills:

• 1.Project Coordination & Management
• 2.Technical Design and Architecture Experience
• 3.GIS Automation/Development (Python, JavaScript, Arcade, etc)
• 4.GIS Planning and Data Reporting
• 5.Broadband Program Management

Top Soft Skills:

• 1.Enterprise Consulting Experience
• 2.Vendor Management
• 3.Communication Skills Written/Verbal/Presentation
• 4.Ability to learn and develop new skills

Description of Role:

The EO F&ST Practice is part of the larger Infrastructure (IS) Portfolio of Services. EO Practices have teams of SMEs that support both sales and delivery of complex projects. The Practice Architect (PA) position primarily supports the delivery organization by working closely with GDMs, EMs and other Architects dedicated to the account. The PA is the technical lead for projects and is expected to support/train Engagement Managers and Sales staff. The primary role of the PA is to provide enterprise consulting, architecture and team oversight in their respective area(s) of expertise. The PA may be asked to work with technical and sales focused teams supporting solution design, scoping and Statement of Work creation. It can be expected that the position will spend 80% of his or her time on delivery support and 20% on sales engineering support. The purpose of the Enterprise GIS Practice Architect is to support the upgrade of enterprise GIS software, geodatabases, services, and web applications for our customers.

Minimum Qualifications:

15+ years experience in consulting and delivery role supporting:

• oEnterprise GIS
• oEnterprise Geodatabases
• oGeospatial Data
• oGIS Analytics, Web Maps, Web Apps, and REST services

Operationally support and maintain the Esri ArcGIS Enterprise environments including Esri Portal, ArcGIS Server, Datastore, SDE Database, Notebook Server, ArcGIS Monitor, etc.

Support the currently deployed Esri product suite and all future releases of the Esri product lines.

Upgrade the ArcGIS Enterprise systems to applicable or latest versions.

Complete ArcGIS software patching for systems on a manual and automated cycle.

Manage users, groups, and assigned licenses for authentication and authorization to GIS applications, files, folders, and Esri Enterprise Geodatabases.

Support the organization with any needs regarding ArcGIS software requirements and troubleshoot GIS software issues to ensure full functionality.

Ensure all data is secured and only accessible as appropriate

Document and manage all application user guides, work processes, server configurations, enterprise architecture settings, and GIS database connections/accounts.

Understand ArcGIS Products Life Cycle.

Create and maintain external data source consumption by GIS programs.

Assist in developing system processes, standards, and documentation for the enterprise GIS.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Familiarity with Windows-based computers is required.

• oProficiency with the Microsoft Office suite preferred.

Cloud Experience

• oAmazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform

Intermediate to advanced proficiency in ArcGIS applications and software support, specifically:

• oArcGIS Enterprise
• oArcGIS Pro
• oEnterprise SDE Database Administration
• oGeospatial Analysis
• oData Analytics
• Tableau, Power BI, etc.

Data Automation

• oSafe Feature Manipulation Engine (FME)
• oArcGIS Model Builder
• oPython, JavaScript, Arcade, etc.
• oCI/CD Tools

Data Migration to GIS

• oCAD, KML, Paper, Excel, etc.
• oOracle to Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft SQL Server to Oracle, PostgreSQL to Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft SQL Server to PostgreSQL, PostgreSQL to Oracle, Oracle to PostgreSQL

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred) with a major emphasis in GIS, Computer Science/Engineering, Cartography, Geography.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Philadelphia, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $128000.00 - $192000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

Additional earnings may be available through incentive programs like annual bonuses, profit sharing, etc.

Our full-time, internal employment benefits include the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life and AD&D for employee and dependents)
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Philadelphia, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.