Geographic Information System Developer

Summary

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy custom web GIS applications using ArcGIS Enterprise 11.x components, including:
• Portal for ArcGIS
• ArcGIS Server (federated)
• Experience Builder (Developer Edition and hosted)
• ArcGIS Dashboards
• Administer ArcGIS Enterprise infrastructure, including Portal, ArcGIS Server sites, hosting servers, data stores, user/role management, content governance, security configuration, and environment monitoring.
• Develop interactive tools and applications to support NDOT programs such as:
• Roadway asset management and inventory tracking
• Maintenance activity monitoring
• Traffic operations and incident mapping
• Project planning and visualization
• Build and manage scalable and secure web services (map, feature, and geoprocessing) using ArcGIS Server 11.x+.
• Automate GIS workflows and service publishing using Python (ArcPy, ArcGIS API for Python) and scheduled tasks.
• Integrate GIS applications with enterprise data systems (e.g., asset management, maintenance, project databases).
• Customize and extend applications using ArcGIS API for JavaScript (v4.x) and Experience Builder widgets.
• Collaborate with NDOT engineers, planners, analysts, cartographers, and IT teams to gather requirements and implement solutions.
• Optimize performance of spatial services and applications; ensure adherence to state IT and data governance standards.
• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise GIS environments, including service performance, system health, and infrastructure configurations across development, test, and production environments.
• Document workflows, configurations, and provide technical support and training to end users.
• Stay current with Esri advancements and new features in ArcGIS Enterprise 11.x to inform continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems, Computer Science, Transportation Planning, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in GIS development, with at least 1–2 years using ArcGIS Enterprise 11.1 or newer.
• Proficiency with:
• ArcGIS Experience Builder
• ArcGIS Dashboards
• ArcGIS Server and Portal (11.1+)
• ArcGIS Pro (for service publishing and geoprocessing)
• ArcGIS API for JavaScript (v4.x)
• Python (ArcPy and ArcGIS API for Python)
• Experience administering ArcGIS Enterprise infrastructure, including federated servers, data stores, authentication, and content/user management.
• Experience developing and deploying applications for internal enterprise users and the public.
• Strong understanding of federated ArcGIS Enterprise architecture, content management, and security roles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a state or local Department of Transportation or similar public sector environment.
• Familiarity with linear referencing systems (LRS), transportation asset management, or roadway networks.
• Experience with DevOps tools.
• Esri Technical Certification (e.g., Enterprise Administration, Web Application Developer) or GISP.

Work Environment & Benefits:

• Stable, mission-driven work that directly supports transportation infrastructure and public service.
• Opportunities for professional development, certification, and Esri user conferences.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy custom web GIS applications using ArcGIS Enterprise 11.x components, including:
• Portal for ArcGIS
• ArcGIS Server (federated)
• Experience Builder (Developer Edition and hosted)
• ArcGIS Dashboards
• Administer ArcGIS Enterprise infrastructure, including Portal, ArcGIS Server sites, hosting servers, data stores, user/role management, content governance, security configuration, and environment monitoring.
• Develop interactive tools and applications to support NDOT programs such as:
• Roadway asset management and inventory tracking
• Maintenance activity monitoring
• Traffic operations and incident mapping
• Project planning and visualization
• Build and manage scalable and secure web services (map, feature, and geoprocessing) using ArcGIS Server 11.x+.
• Automate GIS workflows and service publishing using Python (ArcPy, ArcGIS API for Python) and scheduled tasks.
• Integrate GIS applications with enterprise data systems (e.g., asset management, maintenance, project databases).
• Customize and extend applications using ArcGIS API for JavaScript (v4.x) and Experience Builder widgets.
• Collaborate with NDOT engineers, planners, analysts, cartographers, and IT teams to gather requirements and implement solutions.
• Optimize performance of spatial services and applications; ensure adherence to state IT and data governance standards.
• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise GIS environments, including service performance, system health, and infrastructure configurations across development, test, and production environments.
• Document workflows, configurations, and provide technical support and training to end users.
• Stay current with Esri advancements and new features in ArcGIS Enterprise 11.x to inform continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems, Computer Science, Transportation Planning, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in GIS development, with at least 1–2 years using ArcGIS Enterprise 11.1 or newer.
• Proficiency with:
• ArcGIS Experience Builder
• ArcGIS Dashboards
• ArcGIS Server and Portal (11.1+)
• ArcGIS Pro (for service publishing and geoprocessing)
• ArcGIS API for JavaScript (v4.x)
• Python (ArcPy and ArcGIS API for Python)
• Experience administering ArcGIS Enterprise infrastructure, including federated servers, data stores, authentication, and content/user management.
• Experience developing and deploying applications for internal enterprise users and the public.
• Strong understanding of federated ArcGIS Enterprise architecture, content management, and security roles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a state or local Department of Transportation or similar public sector environment.
• Familiarity with linear referencing systems (LRS), transportation asset management, or roadway networks.
• Experience with DevOps tools.
• Esri Technical Certification (e.g., Enterprise Administration, Web Application Developer) or GISP.

Work Environment & Benefits:

• Stable, mission-driven work that directly supports transportation infrastructure and public service.
• Opportunities for professional development, certification, and Esri user conferences.