About this role
Overview
If you are passionate about geospatial analysis and interested in unlocking the power of geoprocessing analysis tools/functions to the wider public, we invite you to join our highly agile, collaborative and innovative Map Viewer Analysis team as a Software Developer. We are looking for a highly motivated and technical backend developer to help us ensure that our wide range of analysis tools are easy to use, performant, scalable, and robust across different environments, including desktop, online, and enterprise.
Responsibilities
- Develop scripts to facilitate the execution of a wide range of geoprocessing tools across different environments
- Enhance the current web analysis framework to accommodate diverse data sources, ensuring a seamless user experience in performing spatial analysis in different web environments
- Expand and troubleshoot existing Python and C++ geoprocessing tools in various web-based environments
- Improve the ArcGIS Server and Geoprocessing framework to better handle web-client requests
- Enhance the workflows for deploying analysis frameworks and monitoring production performance
- Build and ship quality software by working effectively in an agile, highly interactive, and creative team environment
- Collaborate and communicate with engineers and product management on design, testing, and documentation
Requirements
- 2+ years of Python programming
- Experience in C++ or other object-oriented programming languages (such as C# or Java)
- Knowledge of various Python modules such as arcpy, pandas, requests, and pytest
- Proficiency in web backend development, including implementation of RESTful APIs
- Bachelor's degree in Geography, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field
Recommended Qualifications
- Master’s degree or PhD in Geography, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field
- Knowledge of Agile development methodologies
- Proficiency in ArcObjects, Geodatabase, and Geoprocessing frameworks
- Knowledge of devops techniques such as Jenkins, Github actions, and Grafana
- Proficiency in ArcGIS suite of products, such as ArcGIS Pro, Online, and Enterprise
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
- Knowledge of GIS client technologies, such as ArcGIS Javascript API
- Prior experience with software development and release of commercial software products
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Total Rewards
Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
The Company
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.
If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
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About Esri
Esri is the global market leader in geographic information system (GIS) software, location intelligence, and mapping. Since 1969, we have supported customers with geographic science and geospatial analytics, what we call The Science of Where. We take a geographic approach to problem-solving, brought to life by modern GIS technology.
What you'll do
- Develop scripts for geoprocessing tools and enhance the web analysis framework for diverse data sources. Collaborate with engineers and product management to ensure a seamless user experience in spatial analysis.
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