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Software Engineer - GIS

American Water
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!! Priority will be given to candidates with data engineering and/or GIS developer experience !!

 

Job Description:
 

Primary Role

The GIS Software Engineer is responsible for the development and technical support of Geographic Information Systems at American Water. They support the entire GIS technology stack including databases, backend processes, API servers, integrations, web hosting, frontend UIs, and more. They work directly with business stakeholders to implement new products. They develop scripts and applications to maintain existing systems and products. They have a strong understanding of IT methodologies and can provide technology guidance for how GIS software is implemented across the business. They take a holistic approach to software development and are directly involved with application design, software architecture, user adoption, and more.

Key Accountabilities

  • Build data engineering pipelines to support REST APIs used in web mapping applications
  • Write and maintain Python libraries that support the overall GIS IT infrastructure such as database maintenance, integrations, code deployment, software management, etc.
  • Write scripts that automate the administration of ArcGIS Enterprise software including Enterprise Geodatabases, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online, etc.
  • Design and implement large-scale spatial analysis models for optimizing utility operations, assessing metrics for data quality, building datasets for regulatory reporting, etc.
  • Develop a JavaScript framework for delivering custom web mapping applications for various use cases
  • Collaborate with other domains in IT to implement other technologies that interact with GIS
  • Engage closely with product owners to design and deploy GIS applications
  • Develop the ability to serve as a technology expert to provide guidance on GIS software architecture design and roadmaps for future implementations
  • Prepare technical documentation and diagrams for application and technology pipelines
  • Travel up to 10% for company and industry conferences

 

Knowledge/Skills

  • Strong programming skills with Python, JavaScript, or similar scripting languages
  • Experience with object-oriented programming
  • Experience with relational databases such as Microsoft SQL Server
  • Experience with ESRI libraries such as ArcPy, ArcGIS API for JavaScript, and Arcade
  • Experience with spatial analysis and geoprocessing tools
  • Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise tools such as ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online, etc.
  • Knowledge of ArcGIS Enterprise Geodatabase version management
  • Experience with software development methodologies and version control tools like Git
  • Familiarity with Amazon Web Services preferred
  • Knowledge of water and wastewater utility operations preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to engage with stakeholders in a professional manner
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills

 

Experience/Education

  • 1 to 3 years of programming experience, preferably developing GIS tools and web/mobile applications within the Esri suite of tool

BS/MS in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Geographic Information Systems, Geography or related field of Engineering preferred, or equivalent experience 

Travel Requirements

  • As necessary, up to 10%.
     

Other

  • Good decision-making ability, balancing what is right with what is realistic. Creative approach to problem-solving with the ability to focus on details while simultaneously maintaining the "big picture" view.
  • Hybrid working schedule (at least 3 days in office per week)
     

Competencies

Champions safety

Customer obsessed

Cultivates innovation

Nimble learning

Drives Results

Collaborates