GIS Solutions Architect

Description

Job Title: GIS Solutions Architect

Reports To: Director, GIS Development

Primary Location: Denver, CO (in-office in CO)

Compensation: $120,000- $150,000

Company Profile:

Congruex is looking for a GIS Solutions Architect to join our team. Learn more about it at www.congruex.com.

Who is Congruex

Congruex designs and builds digital communications infrastructure. The work we do enables the connectivity for nearly everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions.

We deliver a full suite of digital infrastructure services under a single platform by aligning our engineering and in-market construction operating units. Our vision is to be the best end-to-end provider of digital infrastructure services in the U.S. and our core values of GRIT connect everything we do.

We are the One Congruex Family. We are building tomorrow together.

Your New Job

The PositionWe are seeking an experienced GIS Solutions Architect to lead the design, development, and management of enterprise GIS systems using the ESRI technology stack. This role requires deep expertise in spatial data architecture, application integration, and advanced automation using tools such as FME, Python, REST, and ESRI APIs. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on architect with experience in Enterprise GIS development, and enterprise system administration.

Job Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):

Architect and Manage Enterprise GIS Environments:
Design, configure, and maintain enterprise-grade GIS platforms using ArcGIS Enterprise, including ArcGIS Portal, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Data Store, and Web Adaptor to support high availability, scalability, and performance.

GIS Database Development and Management:
Lead the development and maintenance of enterprise geodatabases using SDE with back-end support in SQL Server. Establish schema designs, spatial indexing strategies, versioning workflows, and data governance practices.

Utility Network Modeling and Implementation:
Design and implement data models for including network topology, rules, asset packages, tracing configurations, and integration with enterprise asset management (EAM) systems.

Data Integration and Automation using FME:
Create and manage spatial and non-spatial data transformation workflows using FME Flow Server and FME Forms for data ETL between GIS and external systems (CAD, IoT platforms, databases, APIs), including automation of quality control and synchronization tasks.

Geospatial Application Development and Customization:
Develop advanced, responsive web applications and dashboards using ArcGIS Experience Builder, ArcGIS Dashboards, and ArcGIS JavaScript API to support real-time decision-making, field operations, and user interaction.

Mobile and Field GIS Deployment:
Deploy and manage ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, and QuickCapture for mobile data collection. Design custom smart forms, offline workflows, webhooks, and location tracking features to support field crews.

Python Scripting and Automation:
Develop scripts and tools using Python and ArcGIS API for Python to automate GIS workflows, including data processing, service publishing, system monitoring, and task scheduling.

REST API and Web Hook Integrations:
Build integrations between GIS and other enterprise systems using ESRI REST APIs, webhooks, and custom middleware to enable real-time data sharing, alerts, and business logic execution.

Geoprocessing Services and Custom Tools:
Publish, manage, and optimize geoprocessing services to support analytical and operational workflows, integrating with web apps, dashboards, and backend systems.

Custom Scripting and Web Frameworks:
Utilize Web2Py and other Python-based web frameworks for lightweight GIS applications and API development. Develop user interfaces and middleware for GIS tools and services.

Dynamic Expressions and Map Behavior:
Implement advanced logic and interactivity using Arcade expressions for symbology, pop-ups, calculated fields, attribute rules, and real-time visualizations within web maps and apps.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration:
Collaborate with IT, planning, operations, and executive stakeholders to understand business needs, gather requirements, and translate them into scalable GIS solutions.

Mentoring and Technical Leadership:
Provide strategic guidance, mentorship, and training to GIS analysts, developers, and administrators. Promote GIS best practices, code reusability, system documentation, and process standardization.

System Monitoring and Optimization:
Monitor the health, usage, and performance of GIS infrastructure. Identify and implement tuning, load balancing, and fault tolerance measures to ensure optimal uptime and responsiveness.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in GIS, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in GIS development and architecture with a focus on ESRI technologies.
• Expert-level knowledge of ESRI Enterprise and AGOL technology stack.
• Proven experience with FME Flow Server and FME Forms for data, system integration and automation.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Arcade, .Net C#, with experience using the ArcGIS Python API and Web2Py.
• Understanding of ESRI Utility Network, including modeling, rules configuration, and validation.
• Experience with developing and deploying web GIS apps using ESRI JavaScript API, Map SDK and Arcade.
• Proficiency in managing and developing geoprocessing services and RESTful GIS services.
• Expert-level knowledge with Field Maps, Survey123, and QuickCapture for mobile workflows.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience integrating GIS with enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, asset management systems).
• Understanding of Azure DevOps pipelines, backlogs, sprints, version control (e.g., Git) and agile methodologies.
• Knowledge of open-source geospatial tools and data formats (GeoJSON, GeoPackage, etc.).

Why Work At Congruex

No matter what role you play, you are an important part of the One Congruex Family.

Opportunities

We offer opportunities at all levels across the nation - from students to industry veterans - in areas of engineering, construction, and professional services.

Wellbeing

We value the wellbeing of our people and offer competitive compensation, health benefits, wellness resources, 401(k) retirement planning, and employee recognition and leadership development programs. Options may vary by geographic location.

Culture

The pillars of Congruex culture are GRIT, safety, inclusion, and family.
• GRIT: Our GRIT values are part of our company DNA and the touchstone for our multinational workforce.

o Guts - having the guts to do the right thing

o Reliability - being reliable to deliver what we promise

o Innovation - innovating every day

o Teamwork - embracing teamwork together as One Congruex
• Safety: We are committed to 24/7 safety practices on our jobsites, within our offices, and all the places our team exists in between.
• Inclusion: Congruex embraces our team's diversity and promotes an inclusive workplace for all.
• Family: We are a family-oriented company committed to the long-term health and development of our people.

The Fine Print:
We will determine salary and job titled based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks.

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