Software Architect Senior

Crossfire Consulting; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced GIS IT Architect in New York, NY, to lead the modernization and integration of enterprise GIS platforms for utility operations. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in GIS architecture, strong ESRI expertise, and proficiency in geocoding and Utility Network migrations. Responsibilities include designing GIS solutions, leading migrations, and providing technical leadership across teams. This is a remote position requiring on-site interviews and training.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise GIS architecture, preferably in utilities.
• Expert knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcFM, Utility Network, and ArcSDE.
• Strong experience with geocoding & reverse geocoding implementations.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and support enterprise GIS solutions using ArcGIS.
• Lead Utility Network and Geometric Network migrations.
• Design and publish geocoding and reverse geocoding services.

Skills

ESRI expertise

Utility domain knowledge

Geocoding

Reverse geocoding

Utility Network migrations

Technical leadership

Agile methodologies

REST APIs

Tools

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Pro

ArcFM

Oracle

SQL Server

Python

C#

JavaScript

Job description

Remote Position But Onsite Interview And Training Required

GIS IT Architect - Utilities & Enterprise GIS

We are seeking a highly experienced GIS IT Architect to lead the design, modernization, and integration of enterprise GIS platforms supporting utility operations. This role is ideal for a hands‑on architect with deep ESRI expertise, strong utility domain knowledge, and proven experience in geocoding, reverse geocoding, and Utility Network migrations.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and support enterprise GIS solutions using ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcFM
• Lead Utility Network and Geometric Network migrations, including data model design and conversion
• Design and publish geocoding and reverse geocoding services using ArcGIS Enterprise and REST APIs
• Develop and integrate GIS services with external systems (WMS, OMS, WMIS) using REST, .NET, and JavaScript
• Oversee ArcGIS Enterprise installs, upgrades, performance tuning, and security
• Provide technical leadership across GIS developers, DBAs, and analysts
• Guide GIS DevOps, automation, and best practices using Agile methodologies
• Support mobile, web, and desktop GIS solutions for electric and utility clients

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise GIS architecture, preferably in utilities
• Expert knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcFM, Utility Network, and ArcSDE
• Strong experience with geocoding & reverse geocoding implementations
• Proficiency in Python, C#, JavaScript, ArcGIS REST APIs
• Experience with Oracle and SQL Server geodatabases
• Proven ability to lead complex GIS modernization and migration initiatives
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑facing skills

Nice to Have

• ArcGIS Utility Network SDK experience
• Geocortex
• FME
• Mobile GIS and field operations integration
• ESRI certifications or utility industry certifications