Technical Consultant – Enterprise Data Engineer (Geospatial Data & Platforms)

ESRI; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 84,240 - 142,480; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) and profit-sharing programs

Job summary

ESRI is hiring a Technical Consultant, Enterprise Data Engineer in St. Louis, MO, to design scalable geospatial data platforms supporting Defense and Intelligence operations. This role requires significant experience in database design, administration, and optimization, particularly with Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and SAP HANA.

The candidate will automate tasks and work closely with customers to ensure high availability and security of geospatial data solutions. A Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and a Top Secret Security Clearance are mandatory.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in database design, administration, and optimization.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts.
• US citizenship with active Top Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust, secure database solutions.
• Collaborate with teams during all implementation phases.
• Monitor and tune database performance.

Skills

Database design and optimization

SQL

Python scripting

Geospatial concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, GIS, or related STEM field

Tools

Oracle

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

SAP HANA

ArcGIS Enterprise

Job description

Overview

Help power mission‑critical systems through enterprise data. As a Technical Consultant, Enterprise Data Engineer, you will design and implement scalable geospatial data platforms that support Defense and Intelligence operations.

You will work directly with customers to architect data solutions that integrate, manage, and optimize complex datasets across secure environments. From database design and performance tuning to high availability and data security, your work will ensure that critical geospatial information is delivered reliably to the people who depend on it most.

This role combines enterprise data engineering, geospatial technology, and mission impact, giving you the opportunity to solve complex data challenges in environments where performance, scale, and reliability are essential.

Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the St. Louis, MO area for this position.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust, scalable, and secure database solutions to support mission‑critical applications
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams during all phases of implementation including requirements, analysis, design, build/configuration, and deployment
• Configure and maintain database environments, including backup, restore, high‑availability, and disaster recovery strategies
• Monitor and tune database performance using industry‑standard tools and methodologies (such as query optimization, indexing strategies)
• Implement data security measures, access controls, and compliance standards across environments
• Automate routine database loading, maintenance, and monitoring tasks to improve efficiency
• Provide technical guidance and best practices for database design, migration, and integration projects

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in database design, administration, and optimization for Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or SAP HANA
• Familiarity with database design principles, data loading techniques, backup and recovery solutions, performance monitoring and tuning, database maintenance, and security
• Scripting skills in SQL and Python for automation and data workflows
• Exposure to geospatial concepts such as spatial data types, coordinate systems, and spatial indexing
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to technical peers and non‑technical project managers or customers
• US citizenship with active or current (within 2 years of active) Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, GIS, or related STEM field

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise geodatabases
• Knowledge of integrating GIS with other enterprise systems
• CompTIA Security+ certification
• One or more industry‑standard IT certifications (such as Esri, Microsoft, Amazon, PostgreSQL, Oracle)
• Master's degree in computer science, mathematics, GIS, or related STEM field

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.

Base salary range: $84,240—$142,480 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.

We encourage you to still apply, even if you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position.

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.