Geospatial Developer at Maxar Technologies

Reston, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Geospatial, Defense, GovernmentIndustries

Requirements

Current/active TS/SCI security clearance and willingness/ability to obtain CI polygraph
10 years of experience in Computer Science, GIS, Geography, or a related technical field
2+ years of experience working with the ArcGIS platform, including ArcGIS Enterprise (Server, Portal, Data Store)
Proficiency in Python and/or JavaScript (ArcGIS API for JavaScript)
Experience developing and deploying web-based GIS applications
Familiarity with RESTful APIs, web services, and ArcGIS Online/Enterprise services
Understanding of spatial data types (vector, raster) and coordinate systems
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure (e.g., S3, EC2, Azure Blob, etc.)
Ability to build and troubleshoot data pipelines and ETL processes
Experience with Git and version control systems
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Preferred Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field
4+ years of professional GIS and software development experience
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other container/orchestration tools in a geospatial context
Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL/PostGIS or similar spatial databases
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform)
Familiarity with ArcPy and geoprocessing services
Understanding of OGC standards (WMS, WFS, GeoJSON, etc.)
Knowledge of data governance, metadata standards, and geospatial data quality assurance
Experience working in Agile development teams or DevOps environments

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and enhance a custom ArcGIS web portal using ESRI tools and APIs
Design and implement geospatial data pipelines and integration workflows
Manage, store, and optimize large geospatial datasets in both relational and spatial databases
Ensure high availability and performance of geospatial services hosted in a cloud environment (e.g., AWS, Azure)
Develop automation scripts for data ingestion, transformation, and distribution
Collaborate with data engineers, GIS analysts, and software developers to align portal functionality with project needs
Monitor and troubleshoot backend services (e.g., ArcGIS Server, Portal for ArcGIS, ArcGIS Data Store)
Ensure security, version control, and user access management across the portal
Document system architecture, data schemas, and integration processes

Skills

ArcGIS

ESRI APIs

Geospatial Data Pipelines

AWS

Azure

Spatial Databases

Relational Databases

Automation Scripts

Cloud Infrastructure

Maxar Technologies

Earth intelligence and space infrastructure solutions

About Maxar Technologies

Maxar Technologies specializes in Earth intelligence and space infrastructure, providing essential solutions for both government and commercial clients. The company offers services that help clients monitor and understand changes on our planet, including global broadband communications and advanced capabilities for space exploration. Maxar utilizes its extensive experience and commercial technology to deliver solutions that are fast, scalable, and cost-effective. Unlike many competitors, Maxar focuses on delivering precise and reliable data that supports informed decision-making and strategic planning. The company's goal is to generate value through contracts and partnerships, ensuring clients have the information they need to navigate complex global challenges.

Richmond Hill, CanadaHeadquarters

1957Year Founded

$58.1MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Government & Public Sector, AerospaceIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees