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Senior GIS Developer

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Houston, TX
Senior level
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Houston, TX
Senior level
Lead the design and delivery of complex GIS solutions, integrating geospatial systems, improving processes, and mentoring others while maintaining client relationships.
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As a Senior GIS Developer at Resource Data, you will lead the design and delivery of advanced geospatial solutions, applying expert-level development and data architecture skills to solve complex business challenges. This role partners directly with clients to provide technical leadership across the full SDLC, improving processes and delivering high-quality GIS applications.
Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and delivery of complex GIS development solutions and architectural frameworks, including geospatial applications, tools, automation, and integrations to resolve ambiguous technical and business challenges
  • Develop and deploy custom GIS solutions, including web maps, web applications, widgets, and extensions beyond out-of-the-box capabilities
  • Assess client needs, workflows, and systems to identify opportunities for GIS-driven improvements and efficiencies 
  • Integrate geospatial and non-spatial systems using APIs, SDKs, scripting, and other integration methods 
  • Build, configure, and administer enterprise geodatabases, including schema design, versioning, indexing, and performance optimization 
  • Conduct code reviews, architectural reviews, and design reviews to ensure solution quality and adherence to standards 
  • Produce comprehensive technical documentation, including requirements, architecture diagrams, test plans, and user materials 
  • Support the GIS community of practice through mentorship/career development, knowledge sharing initiatives (e.g., roundtables and workshops), and contributing subject matter expertise to proposal development
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional communication and reliable delivery 

Basic Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in GIS development or a related role
  • Experience leading the design and delivery of complex GIS solutions using modern GIS platforms (e.g., Esri ArcGIS Enterprise, Esri Utility Network, ArcGIS Online, or similar ecosystems) 
  • Experience executing Cityworks integrations for utility network migrations
  • Electric, water, and/or gas utility domain expertise
  • Experience supporting migrations from ArcMap to ArcGIS Pro
  • Experience in the design, administration, and maintenance of enterprise geodatabases (specifically related to integration, security, and publishing workflows)
  • Experience developing GIS integration with third-party systems and data sources via APIs and middleware platforms
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate ambiguous technical challenges 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong proficiency in one or more of the following development technologies: Python (ArcPy, automation, scripting workflows), JavaScript (for web GIS apps), or modern .NET frameworks
  • Knowledge of database technologies (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL/PostGIS) and performance tuning
  • Experience working in consulting environments involving direct interface with clients, scoping and estimating projects, and contributing to proposals 
  • Experience mentoring junior to mid-level developers in a formal or informal capacity
  • Certifications: Esri ArcGIS Utility Network Associate

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Arcgis Online
Esri Arcgis Enterprise
Esri Utility Network
JavaScript
Postgres
Python
SQL Server

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