GIS Developer (Washington DC, Remote)

Geospatial Consulting Group International, Llc (Geocgi) - Alexandria, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Alexandria, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The GIS Developer at Geo CGI will provide technical support for the US Coast Guard's Waterway Analysis and Management System (WAMS) project. This fully remote position focuses on processing geospatial Big Data, integrating custom geospatial solutions into web applications, and collaborating with a cross-functional team to enhance decision-making for waterway management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced geographic analyses to support decision-making for USCG waterway and Aids to Navigation (ATON) management.
• Use GIS software and maintain web-based mapping applications, including Esri-based dashboards.
• Support the senior front-end developer in displaying and customizing geospatial data services within a web application's front end.
• Develop and document data service and analysis update tools to streamline maintenance of WAMS web applications.
• Create and maintain documentation for data services and application functions as necessary.
• Respond to technical questions from testers and stakeholders in the WAMS project.
• Proactively design data visualizations.
• Collaborate with fellow staff to develop, maintain, and troubleshoot Esri GeoAnalytics Engine and Spark environment for Big Data processing.
• Ingest and analyze live/near-live geospatial datasets into an interactive web map.
• Assist in creating technical training and documentation for future users.

Requirements

• US Citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance or DHS Suitability.
• 4 years of GIS industry experience with a Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field; or 3 years of experience with an advanced diploma.
• 3-4 years of Python-based development, including custom Esri tools and scripts.
• 1-2 years of JavaScript experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and/or Portal for ArcGIS/ArcGIS Online.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills, including preparing correspondence, written reports, and briefs.
• Ability to work independently and proactively to solve complex problems.
• Demonstrated experience in completing projects on teams with diverse engineering, scientific, or technical backgrounds.

Nice-to-haves

• Academic or practical knowledge of data science, machine learning, or Big Data processing.
• Experience with Esri's GeoAnalytics Engine.
• Experience with the Angular Framework.
• Experience with DevExtreme FrontEnd widgets.
• Experience on a Department of Homeland Security project.
• Experience collaborating on deliverables with a remote team.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule