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GIS Developer I

Embrace the opportunity to join Innovate! Inc. and become a valued member of our team. We are seeking driven individuals who are passionate about leveraging technology to tackle environmental challenges and drive positive change. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute your skills and expertise to innovative projects, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity further. Read on to learn more about how you can be part of our dynamic team.

Innovate! Inc. is seeking a highly motivated individual to join its geospatial solutions team as a GIS Developer I. This is an entry-level technical position responsible for supporting the development, maintenance, and operation of geographic information systems under the direction of senior GIS staff. This role is designed for candidates who have a foundational understanding of GIS principles and basic programming skills, and who are ready to apply that knowledge in a professional environment for the first time.

Location: Candidates will work remotely.

Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000

Position status: Full Time; with benefits

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with match, Life Insurance, and PTO

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support development and maintenance of web-based GIS applications and internal geospatial tools.
• Configure and update maps, layers, web maps, and related application content in ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Assist with Python-based automation for data loading, transformation, QA, and geoprocessing.
• Prepare, clean, validate, and document vector, raster, and tabular datasets.
• Troubleshoot defects in map services, application features, and data ETL workflows.
• Produce metadata, release notes, user guides, and sprint documentation.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate with GIS analysts, developers, designers, and project managers.
• Contribute to technical documentation, how-to guides, and user support materials.
• Support addressing end-user issues with web GIS tools and associated feature/map/geoprocessing services.
• Support application testing, accessibility checks, and browser/device verification.
• Ability to learn quickly, work independently on defined tasks, and operate well in team settings.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, geography, computer science, engineering, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of relevant GIS or software development experience;
• Foundational JavaScript or TypeScript and HTML/CSS skills.
• Python scripting ability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro and either ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Familiarity with Git and common software development practices.
• Exposure to ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript.
• Exposure to SQL and relational databases such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or Oracle.
• Exposure to Experience Builder, StoryMaps, Survey123, Field Maps, or geoprocessing services.

LEARN MORE ABOUT US

Innovate! Inc. is a certified woman-owned consulting firm founded in 2002 by Lily Thomas. We provide innovative solutions to management, technology, and program challenges, with a focus on performance, integrity, and building lasting partnerships with our clients. Our team of over 100 experts includes IT and geospatial specialists, program and project management consultants, environmental scientists, and communications and outreach strategists. Our clients include federal, state, tribal, and local governments, private industry, non-profit organizations, higher education institutions, and utilities. Recent awards we received for excellent service include the 2022 SAG Team Award and 2022 Esri Partner Conference High Potential Award.

Innovate is a fast-paced, rapidly growing group of entrepreneurs creating a culture of excellence. Rapid advancement within our organization is not only possible but also encouraged. To view our website, visit innovateteam.com. Innovate is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or cannot access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please contact us at careers@innovateteam.com.