GIS Applications Developer

Summary

Join XTS and play a key role in the nation’s most important geospatial efforts by contributing to the ongoing development of The National Map. As a GIS Applications Developer, you will design, develop, and maintain advanced geospatial systems. You will work with Python libraries like ArcPy and GDAL within a modern DevOps environment, focusing on automation, scalability, and data integrity. This role combines software engineering and geospatial expertise to deliver high-performance applications supporting national planning, public safety, and environmental initiatives. Your technical skills will support a mission that helps the public and improves the nation’s mapping systems. This position is a brand-new role on an active contract with a projected start date in early to mid-August.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, or a related discipline with at least 5 years of relevant experience
• Hands-on experience with ArcGIS Pro for conducting spatial analysis, creating detailed maps, and processing geospatial data for visualization and decision support
• Strong understanding of spatial databases for storing and querying geospatial information
• Proficiency in Python geospatial libraries, such as ArcPy and GDAL, to automate GIS workflows, streamline data processing, and enhance the efficiency and accuracy of geospatial data management
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions) to support automated testing, integration, and deployment of geospatial applications

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain advanced geospatial systems that power the creation and delivery of topographic products used by agencies, emergency responders, and the public
• Work with Python libraries like ArcPy and GDAL within a modern DevOps environment, contributing to a team focused on automation, scalability, and data integrity through CI/CD pipelines
• Build intuitive front-end experiences
• Develop robust backend systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with IaC to provision, manage, and maintain GIS environments efficiently, ensuring consistency and scalability across development and production systems
• Familiarity with the AWS platform, leveraging cloud-based tools and services to support the deployment, hosting, and performance of geospatial applications and data pipelines
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS Server for publishing, managing, and securing GIS services, supporting the delivery of spatial data and applications to internal and external users

Benefits

• Customizable healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO), 11 federal holidays, and a matching 401(k) plan
• Short- and long-term disability, life insurance, cancer insurance, and even pet insurance
• Continuous training and career advancement opportunities