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GIS Application Specialist, Public Works

Esri Canada is seeking an Application Specialist focused on enterprise business solution projects for the Public Works vertical. This position reports to the Public Works Service Delivery Manager, Business Applications, and can be located out of any Esri Canada office or work remotely in Canada.

As an Application Specialist you will support the installation, configuration, training, upgrade, and support of core Esri technology, including Cityworks (Asset Management and Permitting, Licensing and Land solution). Your work will involve:

• Install, configure and upgrade Cityworks and Esri technology including desktop, geodatabase, server, ArcGIS Online, mobile and web components.
• Assist with migration strategies for version upgrades of Esri technology and Cityworks.
• Coordinate and validate technical response and estimation for proposal submissions.
• Work with clients to assist them during the implementation process of software.
• Contribute to needs analysis, functional requirements definition, and business solution needs.
• Provide demonstrations of Esri technology to prospective and existing customers.
• Proactively pursue self‑instruction on all relevant technical topics.
• Meet with customers to identify business objectives and problem areas that can be solved with a GIS‑based solution.
• Provide database design expertise, application support and prototype development.
• Provide quality training for administrators and end‑users.
• Conduct system and integration testing and support user acceptance testing activities.

• Minimum 5 years’ technical experience with Esri GIS‑based systems, including desktop, server, enterprise/portal, and mobile configuration and deployment.
• Experience with data structuring/modeling, application design, and consulting related to asset management and work management systems.
• Demonstrable skills in developing documentation for system installation, configuration, and maintenance.
• Working knowledge of relational databases (SQL and/or Oracle Server).
• Experience analyzing and documenting user needs and requirements.
• University degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, GIS, or equivalent education and experience.

• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship building.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, goal‑driven, and efficient team player.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Time management / multi‑tasking ability, working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Team player with a track record for meeting deadlines.
• Willingness to travel throughout Canada.

• Experience with ArcGIS Web Development APIs.
• Experience with mobile application configurations based on Esri technology.
• SQL scripting and database report development using third‑party reporting packages such as Active Reports and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS).
• Knowledge of maintenance and asset management practices.
• Bilingual (English/French).
• Experience working with Cityworks or other Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

Base salary range: $84,900 to $98,000 annually, determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. Additional benefits include:

• Work from home or hybrid work.
• Generous paid time‑off: up to 6 weeks per year, including 3 weeks of paid annual vacation, 50 hours of paid‑time‑off for personal needs, 32 hours of summer time, and winter holiday office closures.
• Comprehensive health benefits plan.
• RRSP match increasing with years of service.
• Training and development programs for professional growth.
• Company perks including discounts on gym memberships, technology purchases and more.
• Company‑sponsored events and social activities.
• Employee‑driven initiatives such as yoga sessions, book clubs, interactive podcasts, and more.

Ready to join our amazing team? Submit your resume today!

Esri Canada fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering the flexibility to work remotely or at any of our offices across Canada. Occasional travel to corporate offices or customer sites may be required for certain positions.

We value employment equity and will provide accommodations upon request at any stage of the hiring process. We appreciate all applications, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Our hiring process includes background checks as a condition of employment.