GIS Developer/DevOps Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary DevOps specialist responsible for developing, maintaining, and operating the AMSCM system.
• Incorporate user stories and backlog items into the AMSCM application in alignment with business requirements.
• Provide Operations and Maintenance (O&M) support for all GIS components, including database schema, access, configurations, web services, and portal items.
• Configure, implement, and maintain GIS system components in the DIRM-provided environment.
• Develop and extend GIS system capabilities using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python, including custom geoprocessing services, SOEs, and SOIs.
• Track and report development and deployment progress using tools such as Jira.
• Design and implement schema updates and new configurations on a structured release cycle.
• Document all development, configuration, and deployment activities, including system workflows, database changes, and portal functionality.
• Develop and execute test plans to ensure full system functionality and validate software updates or patches.
• Collaborate with project leads, developers, and data stewards to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Required Experience/Clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in GIS development, DevOps engineering, or systems administration.
• Proficiency in developing ArcGIS Server Object Extensions (SOE/SOI) using C#/.NET.
• Experience deploying and supporting GIS solutions for desktop, web, and mobile environments.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative, agile environment.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to be able to pass a federal background investigation prior to gaining access to on-site government systems and networks.

Desired Experience

• Experience implementing Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) within enterprise GIS environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage software projects using Jira or similar project management tools.
• Proficiency in developing GIS web applications using React, Python, and ArcGIS APIs.
• Hands-on experience with IT operations, help desk support, and system administration.
• Experience integrating backend REST services with front-end GIS applications using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Skilled in enterprise geodatabase configuration and performing ETL operations on SQL Server databases.
• Ability to write complex SQL queries and stored procedures, and maintain database security.
• Knowledge of federated GIS server configurations, web adaptors, and mobile device management tools such as MaaS360.
• Familiarity with deploying ArcGIS Online (AGOL) in cloud environments such as AWS or Azure.
• Proven experience collaborating with large teams to identify requirements and deliver innovative, scalable GIS solutions.

Compensation range for this position is the following

• Starting $110,000/year to $120,000/year

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Life and Disability
• Voluntary Coverages (Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Retirement Plans