GIS Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of the architecture for Python-based data pipelines, establishing standards for the automation, cleaning, transformation, and analysis of geospatial datasets across various projects.

• Create ArcGIS Online Hosted Notebooks, ArcGIS Pro Python Toolboxes, and ArcGIS Geoprocessing services to facilitate geospatial applications and workflows.

• Lead the decision-making process for database architecture concerning enterprise relational and spatial systems, ensuring a balance between performance, scalability, and maintainability.

• Produce production-quality code adhering to professional development standards, which includes version control using Git and GitHub for collaboration, conducting collaborative code reviews, and managing releases.

• Conduct quality assurance and debugging of geospatial data, scripts, and services to guarantee the accuracy, performance, and reliability of the solutions delivered.

• Provide live demonstrations and presentations to clients, highlighting workflows, solutions, and outcomes.

• Work closely with clients to establish project requirements, convert business needs into technical specifications, and maintain communication regarding progress throughout the project lifecycle.

• Act as the technical lead on selected engagements, directing the architecture and implementation strategies.

• Mentor junior analysts and promote knowledge-sharing within the team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 8 years of professional experience in GIS.

• Advanced knowledge of the Esri stack, including ArcGIS Pro (with extensions), ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Enterprise (Server, Portal, Image Server).

• Proven experience in Python 3.x development, creating complex, production-ready geospatial tools, with proficiency in ArcPy, ArcGIS API for Python, NumPy, and Pandas at a minimum.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, proactively identify risks, and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders in a client-facing context.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills; adept at thriving in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

• A bachelor's or master's degree in Geography, GIS, or a related field — or equivalent professional experience.

• Must have legal eligibility to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available.

🏝️ Benefits

• CareFirst Medical, Dental, Vision with HSA option.

• 401k benefits.

• Paid Time Off that begins on your first day.

• Parental Leave.

• Training opportunities.

• Support for personal and career growth.