GIS Developer

Position Description:

If youre passionate about transforming complex spatial data into meaningful insights and cutting edge solutions this role is for you. As a GIS Developer youll join a team that values innovation collaboration and craftsmanship in geospatial technology. Youll work with modern GIS tools automate data workflows and build applications that support real world missions across diverse domains. This role offers the opportunity to grow your technical expertise influence geospatial strategy and see your work make a tangible impact. Whether you thrive on solving technical challenges optimizing spatial data systems or developing intuitive mapping applications we want you on our team.
This position is located in our Lafayette LA office; however a hybrid working model is acceptable.
Due to the nature of government work US citizenship is required.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

As a GIS Developer you will design implement and maintain GIS enabled solutions that support enterprise missions and analytics. You will collaborate closely with data engineers analysts and project stakeholders to understand needs translate them into technical designs and develop geospatial systems using ESRI technologies FME and complementary development tools. You will be responsible for maintaining spatial databases improving data quality implementing automation pipelines and supporting application development efforts through clean scalable code.
Develop configure and maintain GIS applications using ESRI ArcGIS technologies (ArcGIS Pro ArcGIS Enterprise ArcGIS Online).
Build automated ETL workflows and spatial data transformations using FME Desktop and FME Server.
Create and manage geospatial datasets feature services and spatial databases (e.g. PostgreSQL/PostGIS SQL Server).
Implement geospatial data standards quality checks and metadata practices.
Develop scripts tools and APIs to streamline GIS operations (Python JavaScript or Java preferred).
Integrate GIS capabilities with enterprise systems analytics platforms or cloud environments.
Support map creation spatial analysis geoprocessing services and visualization products.
Troubleshoot GIS application issues and support end users with training or documentation.
Participate in Agile development processes requirement refinement and code reviews.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
A successful candidate brings strong foundational knowledge in GIS concepts spatial databases and geospatial data management. You should be comfortable working with both desktop and server based GIS environments and have experience developing automated workflows or custom tools that enhance GIS operations. Hands on experience with ESRI technologies is essential and familiarity with FME will strongly distinguish you. While Java development experience is not required candidates with Java skills will have additional growth opportunities particularly in enterprise application environments.
Experience with ESRI ArcGIS products (ArcGIS Pro ArcGIS Enterprise ArcGIS Online).
Strong understanding of spatial data structures projections geoprocessing and analysis.
Experience developing scripts or tools using Python or another programming language.
Experience working with spatial databases (PostGIS SQL Server Oracle Spatial etc.).
Ability to translate user requirements into functional geospatial tools or workflows.
Excellent analytical thinking problem solving and communication skills.
Bachelors Degree and 4 years of experience

Desired qualifications/non essential skills required:
FME Desktop and/or FME Server experience; FME certification strongly preferred.
Experience building GIS automation ETL pipelines or data quality workflows in FME.
Experience with Java development strongly beneficial but not required.
Familiarity with web mapping frameworks (JavaScript Leaflet ArcGIS API for JS).
Experience integrating GIS systems with cloud platforms (AWS Azure GCP).
Knowledge of Agile development processes and CI/CD practices.

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set level experience relevant training and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $63700.00 $156700.00.
CGI Federals benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
.Competitive compensation
.Comprehensive insurance options
.Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
.Paid time off for vacation holidays and sick time
.Paid parental leave
.Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
.Wellness and Well being programs
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Skills:

• Angular
• ESRI ArcGIS
• ETL
• FME Server

What you can expect from us:

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll reach your full potential because

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas embrace new opportunities and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

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