Senior GIS Developer (ArcGIS ESRI Web Applications)

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Assignment: RQ10723 - Software Developer - Senior

Job Title: Senior GIS Developer (ArcGIS / ESRI / Web Applications)

Requisition (SS): RQ10723

Start Date:

Client: Community Services Cluster

End Date:

Office Location: 777 Bay Street Toronto 4th floor

Organization: Community Services Cluster

Ministry: Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement

# Business Days: 130.00

Assignment Type - 5 days Onsite

MUST HAVES:

Please refer to the Experience and Skillset Requirements

Description

Responsibilities

Required to translate technical systems specifications into working tested applications.
This includes:
developing detailed programming specifications
writing and/or generating code or compiling data-driven programs maintaining and conducting unit tests.
Resolves and troubleshoots technical problems which arise during the use and operation of software packages including technical assistance in implementation conversion and migrations.

Project Background Information

Support and enhance PastPort application through GIS integration. The system is the primary means through which MCM administers its archaeology and heritage planning programs that uphold the ministrys regulatory role in the provinces land use planning development and environmental assessment framework as well as compliance with the Ontario Heritage Act. GIS integration with PastPort will involve creating and editing polygons improving site search features and developing ETL processes to refresh data for the PastPort system.

Responsibilities/Assignment Deliverables

Provide technical expertise and project leadership in the design development and maintenance of specialized GIS applications including analyzing client ministry business needs and recommending solution options to support program and service delivery
Conduct joint application development (JAD) sessions feasibility studies cost-benefit analyses and develop prototypes
Design and develop application development plans and detailed technical specifications
Research emerging GIS trends and maintain active engagement with industry groups as well as inter- and intra-ministerial I&IT committees and task forces
Lead the development of geoprocessing tools and GIS web services
Develop and maintain server-side geoprocessing workflows and automation scripts
Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline technical processes and adopt emerging technologies
Actively transfer knowledge and provide training to build technical capacity within the team
Ensure secure access to GIS applications and services by implementing robust authentication mechanisms and adhering to identity and access management best practices

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

Technical Skills: (65%)

Knowledge and experience with: 3-tier systems design Geographic Information Systems (GIS) theory cartography spatial information principles model building geo-processing and the ESRI suite of ArcGIS applications; knowledge of web-service technology including data transfer Web Mapping Services (WMS) and Web Feature Services (WFS)
Advanced experience with:
ArcGIS Pro as primary desktop GIS application and advanced knowledge of Geoprocessing tools
Managing & publishing services for ArcGIS Online ArcGIS Portal and ArcGIS Server
Developing web-based applications using Esri tools such as ArcGIS Enterprise ArcGIS Dashboard Experience Builder Arcade or ESRI Web API for JavaScript ArcPy
Experience with structured programming (R Python).
Experience with front-end development framework JavaScript HTML CSS Responsive Design
Understanding of spatial database design management architecture access techniques and data integration.
Knowledge and understanding of Azure Cloud technologies and protocols
Knowledge and understanding of data transfer methodologies and structures including SOAP REST AJAX XML and JSON
Experience creating maps and applications which adhere to WCAG AA 2.0 for accessibility
Have experience with Oracle Azure SQL MS SQL Server database management PL/SQL stored procedures db triggers

Analytical and evaluative skills: (15%)

Evaluative skills to assess client needs and requirements interpret results and determine appropriate solutions.
Experience with analyzing data using a variety of methodologies and techniques (e.g. spatial analysis) and compile produce and maintain geographic datasets.
Identify the most efficient methods for development evaluating software trends to provide technical advice to management.
Conduct feasibility studies and cost/benefit analysis to determine the appropriate technology for the client.
You can translate enterprise information requirements into system specifications and detailed programming/testing of applications.
Project Management Communication and Customer Service Skills: (15%)
strong oral and written communication skills to prepare reports presentations systems documentation and training materials with proven consultation and advisory skills
proven ability to provide practical and proactive customer service
strong skills in project scoping and planning (risk & mitigation schedule communication) as well as monitoring and controlling project execution
demonstrated administrative and technical leadership skills to control project deadlines and provide technical guidance

Public Sector Experience: 5%

Assignment: RQ10723 - Software Developer - Senior Job Title: Senior GIS Developer (ArcGIS / ESRI / Web Applications) Requisition (SS): RQ10723 Start Date: Client: Community Services Cluster End Date: Office Location: 777 Bay Street Toronto 4th floor Organization: Community Services Cluster Ministry:...