Overview

If you are passionate about geospatial analysis and interested in unlocking the power of geoprocessing analysis tools/functions for the wider public, we invite you to join our agile, collaborative, and innovative Map Viewer Analysis team as a Software Developer. We are looking for a highly motivated, technically minded backend developer to help us ensure that our wide range of analysis tools is easy to use, performant, scalable, and robust across desktop, online, and enterprise environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop libraries 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 existing Python and C++ geoprocessing tools in various web-based environments
• Improve the ArcGIS Server and Geoprocessing frameworks to handle web-client requests better
• Enhance 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

Requirements

• 2+ years of strong Python programming experience
• Knowledge of various Python modules such as ArcPy, pandas, requests, and pytest
• Proficiency in web backend development, particularly implementation of RESTful APIs
• Strong technical inexperience in C++ or other object-oriented programming languages (such as C# or Java)
• 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
• Knowledge of DevOps techniques such as Jenkins, GitHub actions, and Grafana
• Familiarity with generative AI-based development and evolving practices
• Proficiency in ArcObjects, Geodatabase, and Geoprocessing frameworks
• 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 Maps SDK for JavaScript
• Prior experience with software development and release of commercial software products

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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!

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