GIS Map Developer - Level III

PlanIT Group, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

PlanIT Group, LLC is seeking a senior GIS software engineer to design, develop and automate geospatial applications. You will work with ArcGIS, QGIS and web mapping libraries to deliver interactive maps and spatial analytics.

Responsibilities include translating business needs into scalable GIS designs, coordinating with stakeholders, and deploying solutions on cloud platforms. Strong programming in Python/JavaScript/C# is expected.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS for geospatial applications.

Responsibilities

• Work with GIS software and programming tools for web mapping and spatial data management.
• Translate business requirements into geospatial software designs.
• Design and develop mapping applications with UIs and spatial analysis features.
• Build interactive web maps using web mapping technologies.
• Handle and manipulate geospatial data.
• Utilize ArcGIS and cloud platforms for mapping tasks.
• Automate geospatial analysis processes and customize GIS software.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure database designs meet project requirements.

Skills

Geospatial software development

Python

JavaScript

C#

ArcGIS

QGIS

Web mapping

Leaflet/OpenLayers

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in GIS/Geography/CS

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

MapInfo

QGIS

Leaflet

OpenLayers

Job description

• Work with GIS (Geographic Information Systems) software and platforms, along with programming languages and tools for web mapping and spatial data management
• Analyze and translate business requirements into efficient geospatial software designs that meet the needs of the organization and align with the business goals and processes.
• Design and develop mapping applications, including user interfaces and spatial analysis features.
• Build interactive web maps using web mapping technologies.
• Handle and manipulate geospatial data.
• Utilize GIS software such as ArcGIS and cloud-based platforms for mapping tasks.
• Automate geospatial analysis processes and customize GIS software for project needs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and team members to ensure database design meets project requirements.

List Of Tasks To Be Performed

• Work with GIS (Geographic Information Systems) software and platforms, along with programming languages and tools for web mapping and spatial data management
• Analyze and translate business requirements into efficient geospatial software designs that meet the needs of the organization and align with the business goals and processes.
• Design and develop mapping applications, including user interfaces and spatial analysis features.
• Build interactive web maps using web mapping technologies.
• Handle and manipulate geospatial data.
• Utilize GIS software such as ArcGIS and cloud-based platforms for mapping tasks.
• Automate geospatial analysis processes and customize GIS software for project needs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and team members to ensure database design meets project requirements.

Knowledge With The Following Qualifications

• Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS software for geospatial applications.
• Understanding of geospatial data formats, projections, and cartography.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members, stakeholders, and business users, and to translate technical concepts into non-technical terms.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, and C#.
• Working knowledge of GIS platforms like ArcGIS, QGIS, and web mapping technologies.
• Familiarity with spatial databases and cloud computing services.
• Software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, and MapInfo are commonly used for creating and analyzing geographic data.
• Programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, C++, and Java to develop GIS applications and scripts.
• Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) like ESRI Map APIs, Leaflet, and OpenLayers to integrate mapping and geospatial functionalities into web applications.
• Front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, as well as frameworks like React, Vue.js, or Angular to develop web-based GIS applications.
• Tools like Git for version control and collaboration to develop GIS applications in a team environment.

Working knowledge (2+ years experience) of one of more of the following qualifications:

• Working knowledge of GIS principles and spatial data concepts.
• Knowledge/experience with Agile Methodologies
• Knowledge/experience of SDLC practices
• DevSecOps, Secure Coding practices, and the Solutions Development Framework (Docker, Jenkins, GitLab)
• Experience with Cloud architecture, design and development
• Knowledge of business process re-engineering principles and processes
• Change Management and Configuration Management (VersionOne, ServiceNow, etc)
• Application Lifecycle Management (ALM)

Additional Required Skills/Experience

• A minimum of eight (8) to twelve (12) years' relevant experience.
• A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is required. If the individual's degree is not in the applicable field then four additional years of related experience is required.
• Typically performs all functional duties independently.
• Note: Special credentials (licenses and/or certifications) may be required at the Task Order level on a case-specific basis. "

Additional Provisions

• Pass both a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check.
• All candidates must be a US Citizen or have permanent residence status (Green Card).
• Candidate must have lived in the US for the past 5 years.
• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)