GIS Solution Engineer - Geo Experience Center

Esri; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 76,960 - 126,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) and profit-sharing programs

Paid vacation leave

Job summary

Esri is seeking a solution engineer to join their Geo Experience Center in Minneapolis. In this role, you'll leverage your problem-solving skills and expertise in geospatial technology to demonstrate solutions to clients and develop strategies that improve workplace efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a background in geography or computer science, with strong programming skills and a passion for technology. Join a diverse team committed to creating a positive impact in global communities through innovative geospatial solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Esri technology creating maps and performing spatial analysis.
• 1+ years of experience in various industries.
• Knowledge of cloud computing concepts.

Responsibilities

• Present, demonstrate, and support selling Esri software and solutions.
• Become a subject matter expert of Esri’s products.
• Craft and propose solutions using geospatial technologies.

Skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Listening skills

Programming languages (.NET, C++, Kotlin, Swift, Python, JavaScript, Java)

Education

Bachelor's in geography, computer science, or a related field

Job description

Overview

At Esri, our solution engineers are part of a highly skilled team that helps shape strategies on the effective adoption and use of Esri technologies. We invite you to use your problem-solving skills and passion for geospatial technology to become an integral part of the Geo Experience Center. Be part of the team that presents and demonstrates geospatial solutions and capabilities to executives and strategic customers when they visit the Esri-Redlands Campus.

We’re looking for individuals who are naturally curious about technology, enjoy identifying and promoting strategies, and demonstrating solutions that will radically improve the way organizations address the challenges they face. You’ll work closely with a team that helps our customers take advantage of geospatial technologies to find answers to their challenges. You will also be working with Esri’s senior leadership team and maintain a close connection with the software development team

Responsibilities

• Build relationships. Present, demonstrate, and support selling Esri software and solutions as part of the Geo Experience Center team. Support your team as you help plan and execute sales strategies.
• Be an expert. Become a subject matter expert as well as a technical expert of Esri’s complete platform and strategic products. Speak confidently with customers about Esri technologies and thoroughly communicate the Esri message. Be a visionary for our customers anticipating their needs and the technology trends that may impact them.
• Solve problems. Proactively craft and propose solutions that illustrate how geospatial technologies bring business value to our customers by addressing the critical business challenges they face.
• Spatial thinking: Understand spatial problem solving; employ spatial theory into practice; break problems down into component parts and seek multiple solutions; look for improvement opportunities; and integrate new and emerging concepts/trends appropriately.
• Tell our story. Present technical demonstrations of proposed solutions to customers. Successfully design presentations for technical and non- technical customers. Provide best practices related to the use and customization of Esri technology.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience with Esri technology creating maps, performing spatial analysis, and configuring web applications
• 1+ years of experience in various industries
• Knowledge of cloud computing concepts in addition to enterprise solutions
• Remarkable presentation, interpersonal, and listening skills
• Experience in mobile development and familiarity with Game Engine development
• Strong programming or scripting experience with either one or multiple of these languages: .NET, C++ Kotlin, Swift, Python, JavaScript. Java
• Understanding of ArcGIS from an IT context (such as hardware, storage, security, networking, web services, cloud computing)
• Able to work in a high-stress, action-packed, intense teamwork environments
• Ability to travel domestically or internationally up to 25-50%
• Bachelor's in geography, computer science, or a related field
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Recommended Qualifications

• Ability to troubleshoot client issues related to Esri application deployment and system architecture
• Basic understanding of artificial/machine learning concepts
• Experience in technical consulting and conceptual solution design as well as an understanding of sales and business development processes
• Experience incorporating real-time information stream with existing GIS data and IT infrastructure
• Experience with geodatabases and underlying DBMS technology
• Experience in and with 3D modeling software (Maya, Blender, Houdini)
• Master’s in geography, computer science, or a related field

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Total Rewards

Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is

$76,960—$126,880 USD

The Company

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.

If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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