Software Development Engineer I – ArcGIS Hub

Esri; Town of Vienna (WI); On-site; USD 79,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Esri is seeking an engineer to design and develop next-generation civic tech features for ArcGIS Hub. You will collaborate with product management, design, and engineers to research, design, and build web- and mobile-based capabilities used by government staff, researchers, and constituents.

Responsibilities include building frontend and backend applications, creating reusable components with React/Ember/Angular and Node.js, and documenting architecture.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of HTML, JavaScript, and CSS experience.
• Applied knowledge of web technologies (HTTP, REST, web APIs).
• Hands-on coding experience with modern JS frameworks (React/Angular/Ember).
• Experience designing and implementing REST-ful APIs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in computer information systems, computer science or similar field.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop secure, stable frontend and backend web applications.
• Build reusable technology components in modern JS frameworks (Ember/React), Node.js, and web components.
• Document system architecture through API documentation, system diagrams, and code.
• Maintain automated tests and requirements validation tools.
• Understand and communicate complex technical concepts to product engineers and other staff.
• User-focused development working closely with interaction designers to craft compelling user experiences.
• Work within agile processes for short cycle, fast-paced delivery both independently and on a team.

Skills

HTML/CSS/JS

REST APIs

React/Angular/Ember

Node.js

Creative thinking

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

Webpack

Gulp

NPM/Yarn

Job description

Overview

Leverage your engineering passion to develop the next generation of civic technology.

We are looking for someone to join our team as an engineer working closely with product management, design, and other engineers. Your work will include research, design, and development of new web- and mobile-based capabilities for the ArcGIS Hub product. These capabilities will be used by government staff, academic researchers, and constituents to communicate and build community through data-driven collaboration. This is an exciting opportunity to utilize your technical knowledge of software engineering, systems design, and human-computer interaction to work as a team solving real-world problems.

Esri works with thousands of governments around the world to build effective information sharing and collaboration tools to address important community issues from climate resilience to affordable housing and safe transit. As a member of the ArcGIS Hub team, you will work alongside other talented engineers and customers to develop and deploy new product technologies in a rapid, iterative work environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop secure, stable frontend and backend web applications
• Build reusable technology components in modern JS frameworks (Ember/React), Node.js, and web components
• Document system architecture through API documentation, system diagrams, and code
• Maintain automated tests and requirements validation tools
• Understand and communicate complex technical concepts to product engineers and other staff
• User-focused development working closely with interaction designers to craft compelling user experiences
• Work within agile processes for short cycle, fast-paced delivery both independently and on a team

Requirements

• 1+ years of HTML, JavaScript, and CSS experience
• Applied knowledge of web technologies (HTTP, CSS, REST, web APIs, HTML5, and more)
• Hands-on coding experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (React/Angular/Ember)
• Hands-on experience with Node.js and server side JavaScript patterns
• Experience designing and implementing REST-ful APIs
• Familiarity with tools such as Webpack/Gulp/NPM/Yarn
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to think creatively
• Bachelor's degree in computer information systems, computer science or similar field

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency with TypeScript
• Knowledge of OOP and design patterns
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, cloud-based deployments
• Experience with Elasticsearch

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

$79,040—$133,016 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!

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