Product Engineer - GIS DataOps at Esri

Building reliable GIS software depends on testing with reliable GIS data across a wide range of environments. The ArcGIS Maps SDKs DevOps team is looking for someone passionate about GIS data and infrastructure, along with an interest in DevOps tools and practices, to help create/maintain the GIS data and GIS infrastructure relied upon for testing the ArcGIS Maps SDKs.

DataOps brings together the principles of agile software development with the best practices of DevOps and applies them to data and data infrastructure. The goal of the GIS DataOps Engineer is to apply DevOps practices like automation, cross-platform scripting, reporting and alerting, and infrastructure-as-code, to the creation and maintenance of the GIS infrastructure and GIS data used for testing GIS software. This role combines the skills of a traditional GIS Systems Administrator with the tools and techniques of a DevOps Engineer. This an unique opportunity to work with an experienced DevOps team to learn and leverage industry-standard software development techniques and tools within the context of Esri’s GIS software platform to problem solve on a wide range of data-related challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop automation for deploying and administrating ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and RDMS instances (PostgreSQL, SQL Server) using DevOps tools
• Develop automation for GIS data creation and GIS service publishing
• Create frameworks for validating the health and consistency of the GIS data used for testing the ArcGIS Maps SDKs
• Design and develop tools for helping other developers find and access GIS data
• Assist developers in troubleshooting issues related to GIS data and testing

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience with GIS data paradigms and GIS data creation workflows
• Curiosity for exploring a wide assortment of platforms and technologies
• Interest in automation and scripting cross-platform
• Ability to clearly document work for others
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Bachelor’s in GIS, computer science, engineering, or related field

Recommended Qualifications

• Esri Technologies: ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online ArcGIS Pro, ArcPy, ArcGIS Python API
• Data Technologies: RDBMS (SQL Server, PostgreSQL)
• DevOps Technologies: Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, Git
• Languages: Python, Bash, Powershell, SQL
• Concepts: Configuration as code, idempotent automation

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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.

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is
$74,984-$128,544 USD

About Esri
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!

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