GIS Developer II

AVN Corporation is a strategic innovation partner that provides deep, uncommon expertise and infrastructure to solve the most challenging problems in science and technology. With expertise in chemical, energy, environmental, and advanced software technologies, AVN Corporation enables its partners to move ideas from conception to market quickly and efficiently.

AVN Corporation is a dynamic and growing company that promotes creativity and flexibility in the workplace and encourages a culture of diversity and respect for fellow colleagues. We are looking for someone who has a passion for software development and who works effectively in a collaborative environment.

This position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and flexible work hours. The position is fully remote but collaborates primarily with team members during Eastern Standard Time.

The GIS Developer II position is responsible for performing advanced geospatial data management, analysis, and programming/development efforts to support a wide range of projects and departmental needs. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining complex geographic databases, conducting spatial analysis, and creating high-quality maps and web mapping applications. This position will contribute to the development of custom GIS solutions, provide technical support to users, and provide high-quality geospatial products to customers.

The position works in advanced software technologies, a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, developing truly innovative software solutions for federal and commercial customers. This position develops cutting‑edge geospatial products for:

• Creating custom web mapping applications for interacting with geospatial data
• Geodatabase design and management (cloud and on‑prem)
• Managing geospatial Big Data on the web (ArcGIS Enterprise)
• Consultation on technical workflows regarding web-based GIS (data and systems)
• Leveraging cloud ecosystems to enhance end‑user experience with geospatial data

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U.S. citizenship status.

• Geospatial Data Management & Analysis:
  • Design, create, manage, and maintain complex geospatial databases (e.g., geodatabases, spatial relational databases) for both on‑premises and cloud environments.
    • Managing geospatial data (including Big Data) using Python and/or PostgreSQL
  • Integrate spatial and non‑spatial data from diverse sources.
  • Develop and implement data automation scripts and workflows (e.g., using Python, SQL) to improve efficiency in data processing and management.
  • Apply advanced cartographic principles and techniques to effectively visualize complex spatial information.
  • Develop and publish web‑based GIS applications and dashboards to provide interactive access to geospatial data and analysis.
• System Support and Development
  • Collaborate with the team to support the full lifecycle of ArcGIS Enterprise (ArcE) components, including content management, portal administration, and the deployment of web maps and layers.
  • Develop custom web‑mapping user interface solutions using React and/or JavaScript to Provide technical support and guidance to GIS users and staff on GIS applications, data acquisition, editing, and software issues.
  • Assist and sometimes lead in the planning, design, development, testing, and implementation of new GIS applications and solutions.
  • Assist with monitoring and maintaining the ArcGIS Enterprise ecosystem to ensure high availability, addressing performance “pinch points” and technical debt to improve production environment stability.
  • Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot GIS software (e.g., Esri, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS suite).
  • Stay current with emerging GIS technologies, software updates, and industry best practices.
• Project and Documentation:
  • Participate in and lead components of GIS projects, including defining project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Document technical specifications, system processes, data models, and operational procedures clearly and comprehensively.
  • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to understand data needs, project…