GIS Engineer

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a GIS Engineer at GDIT. Here, you’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you’ll make the end user’s experience your priority and we’ll make your career growth ours.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a GIS Engineer you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a TS / SCI cleared GIS Engineer joining our team to suppoer our intelligence customer in Springfield, VA.

HOW A GIS ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

​We are seeking a highly skilled GIS Engineer with extensive experience in both proprietary and open-source GIS technologies. The ideal candidate will be proficient in developing, deploying, and maintaining GIS applications, with expertise in integrating Python scripting, managing geospatial data, and building cloud-based solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain geospatial systems, support data management tasks, and implement modern GIS technologies.

• Key Responsibilities :
• Design, implement, and maintain GIS applications using ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise solutions and open-source GIS stack solutions.
• Develop and maintain REST endpoints for geospatial services and integrate them into various applications.
• Automate GIS workflows through Python scripting and implement Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) processes for geospatial data.
• Implement containerized GIS services using Docker and Kubernetes, ensuring high availability and scalability.
• Set up, manage, and optimize ElasticSearch for spatial data indexing and analysis.
• Create, manage, and optimize geospatial data formats such as MBTiles, GeoJSON, and Cloud Optimized GeoTIFF.
• Deploy and manage TileServer GL for vector and raster map services.
• Develop and maintain custom vector-based map tiles using Map Style Sheets and Tilelive.
• Use Sqlite3 for spatial data storage and access.
• Utilize QGIS, ArcGIS Pro, and other GIS tools for geospatial analysis and data processing.
• Develop and integrate APIs for GIS applications, ensuring effective communication between services.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions for deploying cloud-based GIS frameworks.
• Use NodeJS to develop server-side GIS functionality and services.
• Work with command-line tools, including Powershell, to manage development and deployment environments.
• Work across both Windows and Linux platforms for GIS application development.
• Use GitHub, GitLab, and CI / CD pipeline tools to maintain and deploy code in an agile development environment.
• Apply geospatial analysis techniques to solve complex spatial problems, using a thorough understanding of GIS concepts and coordinate systems.
• Develop and manage web mapping technologies to deliver dynamic, interactive map applications.
• Key Qualifications :
• Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geospatial Sciences, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise and open-source GIS solutions (e.g., QGIS, GeoServer, TileServer GL).
• Strong experience in Python scripting for GIS automation and integration.
• Experience working with RESTful APIs and creating REST endpoints for GIS services.
• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization.
• Experience with ElasticSearch for geospatial data indexing.
• Strong knowledge of data formats such as MBTiles, GeoJSON, and Cloud Optimized GeoTIFF.
• Experience with Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) operations for geospatial data.
• Experienced with AI / ML operations for Object Detection such as data labeling, annotation, inferencing, and model management in various repos
• Familiarity with developing Map Style Sheets to create vector-based map tiles.
• Experience with Tilelive, Sqlite3, QGIS, and ArcGIS Pro.
• Experience in NodeJS for developing server-side applications.
• Proficiency in Powershell and command-line operations on both Windows and Linux.
• Knowledge of cloud frameworks and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.
• Proficiency in using version control systems such as GitHub and GitLab.
• Strong knowledge of GIS concepts, geospatial analysis, coordinate systems, and web mapping technologies.
• Experience in working with CI / CD pipeline software.
• Preferred Skills :
• Experience working in agile software development teams.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or in a team.
• Work Environment :
• Flexible working conditions with opportunities for remote work.
• Collaborative, cross-functional team environment.

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Salary and Benefit Information

The likely salary range for this position is $105,622 - $131,584. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

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About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI / ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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