Gis Analyst-Developer

Summary

Join Ardent's dynamic team as a GIS Analyst - Developer and contribute to innovative GIS applications supporting critical government initiatives. This remote position requires collaboration with team members, gathering requirements, designing solutions, and deploying GIS applications efficiently. You will leverage cutting-edge GIS technologies in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about geospatial technologies and eager to learn and grow. Ardent offers highly competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a flexible, collaborative culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, or a related field
• 4+ years in a strong understanding of GIS concepts and principles
• Proficiency in GIS software such as Esri ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar platforms
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, or Java
• A strong background in geospatial technology, with expertise in metadata standards, ISO standards, and Survey123
• Familiarity with geospatial data formats (e.g., shapefiles, GeoJSON, KML) and spatial databases (e.g., PostgreSQL/PostGIS, Oracle Spatial)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Experience with web mapping libraries/frameworks (e.g., Leaflet, Mapbox, ArcGIS API for JavaScript)
• Knowledge of geospatial analysis techniques and tools
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and GIS cloud services
• Previous experience or coursework in software development or GIS development projects
• Due to the nature of the work we support, all candidates in consideration for this role must be U.S. Citizens willing to undergo the government issued background investigation process

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of GIS applications, tools, and workflows
• Collaborate with team members to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Develop and maintain geospatial databases and data models
• Implement data visualization techniques to present spatial information effectively
• Conduct testing and debugging to ensure the reliability and performance of GIS applications
• Support the deployment and integration of GIS solutions with existing systems
• Stay updated on emerging GIS technologies and best practices
• Research new and innovative ways to capture, integrate, filter and display data from many different sources and methods
• Work with extremely short timelines

Benefits

• Highly competitive benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• An exceptional culture that embraces flexibility
• Remote position