Senior GIS Developer
Location: Remote (US Only) As a Senior GIS Developer at Resource Data, you will lead the design and delivery of advanced geospatial solutions, applying expert-level development and data architecture skills to solve complex business challenges. This role partners directly with clients to provide technical leadership across the full SDLC, improving processes and delivering high-quality GIS applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of complex GIS development solutions and architectural frameworks, including geospatial applications, tools, automation, and integrations to resolve ambiguous technical and business challenges
- Develop and deploy custom GIS solutions, including web maps, web applications, widgets, and extensions beyond out-of-the-box capabilities
- Assess client needs, workflows, and systems to identify opportunities for GIS-driven improvements and efficiencies
- Integrate geospatial and non-spatial systems using APIs, SDKs, scripting, and other integration methods
- Build, configure, and administer enterprise geodatabases, including schema design, versioning, indexing, and performance optimization
- Conduct code reviews, architectural reviews, and design reviews to ensure solution quality and adherence to standards
- Produce comprehensive technical documentation, including requirements, architecture diagrams, test plans, and user materials
- Support the GIS community of practice through mentorship/career development, knowledge sharing initiatives (e.g., roundtables and workshops), and contributing subject matter expertise to proposal development
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional communication and reliable delivery
Basic Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience in GIS development or a related role
- Strong proficiency in one or more of the following development technologies: Python (ArcPy, automation, scripting workflows), JavaScript (for web GIS apps), or modern .NET frameworks
- Experience leading the design and delivery of complex GIS solutions using modern GIS platforms (e.g., Esri ArcGIS Enterprise, Esri Utility Network, ArcGIS Online, or similar ecosystems)
- Experience migrating legacy spatial data (like Esri's Geometric Network) into the modern ArcGIS Utility Network
- Electric, water, and/or gas utility domain expertise
- Experience supporting migrations from ArcMap to ArcGIS Pro
- Experience in the design, administration, and maintenance of enterprise geodatabases (specifically related to integration, security, and publishing workflows)
- Experience developing GIS integration with third-party systems and data sources via APIs and middleware platforms
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate ambiguous technical challenges
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience executing third-party integrations (e.g: Cityworks, Maximo) with utility GIS systems
- Knowledge of database technologies (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL/PostGIS) and performance tuning
- Experience supporting migrations from ArcMap to ArcGIS Pro
- Experience working in consulting environments involving direct interface with clients, scoping and estimating projects, and contributing to proposals
- Experience mentoring junior to mid-level developers in a formal or informal capacity
- Certifications: Esri ArcGIS Utility Network Associate
- Located in one of the following areas:
- Houston, TX
- Anchorage, AK
- Juneau, AK
- Portland, OR
- Boise, ID
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