GIS Developer

Insight Global; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 165,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a senior GIS Developer for a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity in Houston, TX. The role focuses on developing and supporting enterprise GIS apps within an Esri-based environment and automating geospatial workflows.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years GIS development experience, strong Python and JavaScript skills, FME expertise, and a track record of modernizing large GIS platforms. Onsite four days per week, with project ownership and clear communication.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of GIS development experience in an enterprise environment.
• Proficiency with the Esri ArcGIS platform (ArcGIS Enterprise/Server/Pro/Online).
• Python GIS workflow automation and data-processing scripting.
• Experience developing GIS applications using JavaScript.
• Hands-on experience with FME and spatial ETL processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support enterprise GIS applications in an Esri environment.
• Automate geospatial workflows and maintain spatial data integrations.
• Stabilize and modernize a large-scale GIS platform.
• Own workstreams and communicate progress clearly.

Skills

GIS development

Python scripting

JavaScript

ETL workflows

Education

7+ years GIS development in an enterprise environment

Tools

Esri ArcGIS

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Server

FME

SQL Server

Azure

REST APIs

PODS

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a senior GIS Developer for an approximately 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity. The candidate must be located in Houston, Texas, and available to work onsite four days per week. This individual will develop and support enterprise GIS applications within an Esri-based environment, automate geospatial workflows, maintain spatial data integrations, and contribute to the stabilization and continued modernization of a large-scale GIS platform. The GIS Developer must be capable of independently owning workstreams, communicating progress clearly, and delivering reliable solutions that support operational and business-critical systems.

Skills and Requirements

• 7+ years of GIS development experience in an enterprise environment
• Strong development experience with the Esri ArcGIS platform, including recent versions of ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Pro, or ArcGIS Online
• Proficiency in Python, including GIS workflow automation and data-processing scripts
• Experience developing GIS applications using JavaScript
• Hands-on experience with FME and spatial ETL processes
• Experience developing and maintaining web, desktop, or mobile GIS applications
• Knowledge of spatial databases, enterprise system integrations, and REST APIs
• Midstream oil and gas experience
• Pipeline GIS or pipeline operations experience
• Experience supporting GIS systems within the broader energy industry
• Experience with enterprise GIS modernization or platform-upgrade initiatives
• Familiarity with PODS, SQL Server, ArcPy, Azure, or cloud-based GIS architecture
• Experience supporting post-go-live stabilization and ongoing platform enhancements

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].