GIS Developer with .NET API

Kforce - Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Colorado Springs, CO

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The GIS Developer with .NET API role at Kforce involves leading the development and maintenance of critical Data/API integrations within the Mapping team. This position focuses on delivering functional, reliable, and efficient solutions while collaborating with various stakeholders, including business analysts and technical leads. The role requires a hybrid work schedule, with three days a week on-site in Colorado Springs, CO.

Responsibilities

• Regularly evaluate the existing Data/API features to identify areas for enhancement
• Implement performance optimization strategies to ensure the Data/API operates efficiently
• Stay up to date with new technologies and industry best practices to incorporate in the Data/API
• Collaborate with different teams, such as front-end developers, database administrators, and product managers, to integrate Data/API components
• Ensure seamless communication and understanding across cross-functional teams to facilitate effective integration
• Assist in the planning and architectural decision-making processes
• Engage in building and managing technical solutions that align with organizational standards and processes
• Follow the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) protocols to deliver high-quality software
• Verify that both functional and non-functional requirements are well-defined and understood
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for the software, including design specifications, test cases, and user guides
• Engage in peer code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards
• Validate that the design documentation and test coverage are adequate for the requirements and use-cases
• Oversee the implementation of new features and manage any changes to existing functionalities

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 5-10 years of API development experience
• Experience with GIS/mapping data such as Google Maps, ESRI, ArcGIS, Geospatial, etc.
• Extensive knowledge of .NET and Web UI/JavaScript Frameworks
• Strong database development skills within SQL (SQL Server)
• Knowledge and experience with integration architecture patterns, standards, frameworks, or tools
• Practical experience in designing and implementing security protocols and patterns
• Solid understanding and hands-on experience in designing, implementing, deploying, and maintaining public facing, high performing and scalable enterprise web services and APIs
• Strong knowledge/experience in SOA, WCF, Web Services (SOAP, REST, XML, JSON) and various transport and security protocols
• Experience with application development tools (e.g., GIT, Visual Studio, Azure DevOps)
• Experience with Test Driven Design, including converting requirements into use-cases and subsequently into unit and functional test cases

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of Agricultural Technology (AgTech)
• Experience with geoprocessing and Geographic Information System (GIS) frameworks
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Ability to embrace new challenges and remain flexible in a dynamic environment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) plan
• Life, disability, and ADD insurance
• Paid time off for salaried personnel
• Paid sick leave for hourly employees on Service Contract Act projects