IT Architect Lead

Job Description

Contract with potential to convert opportunity!

• Job #: 3021345
• Position: IT GIS Architect
• Pay: $100‑$130 per hour
• Location: Remote (OH, IN, MI, KY, OK, TX, LA, AR, TN, VA, WV)

Part of a larger team delivering technology solutions to address business problems and opportunities. Focus on translating specific business requirements into technical solution architectures, including application, integration, data architecture, and non‑functional requirements such as supportability, resiliency, security, and more.

• Design and architect end‑to‑end Esri GIS solutions aligned with business, security, and performance requirements
• Lead architecture and implementation of ArcGIS Enterprise (10.8.1+), including high‑availability and disaster‑recovery designs
• Develop and review Python and Arc Py scripts for automation, data processing, and system maintenance
• Guide the use and configuration of ArcGIS Pro for advanced spatial analysis and data management
• Design and support Esri mobile workflows using Field Maps, Survey
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• Architect and manage enterprise geodatabases, including Oracle SDE, with attention to performance, versioning, and data integrity
• Design and implement data integration pipelines using tools such as FME and APIs
• Define and support cloud‑hosted ArcGIS Enterprise solutions (IaaS and PaaS where applicable)
• Establish CI/CD pipelines, deployment strategies, and infrastructure‑as‑code practices for GIS solutions
• Define and implement automated testing strategies for GIS services, scripts, and integrations
• Collaborate with developers, GIS analysts, infrastructure teams, and stakeholders to ensure solution alignment
• Provide technical leadership, documentation, and architectural guidance across projects

• Strong experience as a Solution Architect, GIS Architect, or senior GIS engineer
• Expert knowledge of the Esri GIS platform, including ArcGIS Enterprise 10.8.1 or higher, ArcGIS Pro, and Esri mobile tools (Field Maps, Survey
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• Advanced Python development skills with extensive use of Arc Py
• Hands‑on experience with enterprise geodatabases, particularly Oracle SDE
• Proven experience with data integration and ETL, including FME
• Experience designing and supporting cloud‑hosted ArcGIS Enterprise environments
• Strong understanding of deployment pipelines, automation, and Dev Ops practices
• Experience implementing automated testing for GIS workflows and services
• Solid understanding of GIS security, authentication, and access control models
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences

• Esri Technical Certification(s)
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with REST APIs and system integrations
• Background in large‑scale or mission‑critical GIS implementations

Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science OR Associate’s degree in computer science with two years of architecture‑related experience OR high school diploma/GED with four years’ architecture‑related experience.

Experience: Typically twelve or more years of architecture or related experience.

Additional Requirements: Physical demand level is Sedentary
1. Certification in technology relevant to the position preferred.

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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