Remote GIS Solutions Engineer (REMOTE)

Description:

• The GIS Solutions Engineer will play a key role in geospatial infrastructure and drive meaningful change while growing skills and making a real-world impact with the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
• This position involves working with Python to enhance systems that process geospatial data, utilizing tools like ArcPy and GDAL.
• The engineer will contribute to maintaining systems with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automated CI/CD pipelines.
• Beyond backend development, there will be opportunities to create interactive user experiences using JavaScript, ensuring applications are intuitive and user-friendly.
• The role includes overseeing testing and quality assurance, applying expertise in geospatial data systems to improve accuracy and performance.
• This position is remote, full-time, and mid-level, with a salary of $72,000.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required, along with 5+ years of experience.
• Proven expertise in Python is necessary for this role.
• Candidates must have demonstrated experience manipulating geospatial databases using Python libraries such as ArcPy and GDAL.
• Experience with GitHub or GitLab and CI/CD pipelines is required.
• Knowledge of AWS platforms is also necessary for this position.

Benefits:

• XTS offers tailored health care plans that fit employees' lifestyles, along with dental and vision coverage.
• Employees receive paid time off (PTO) and a 401K with employer matching to secure their financial future.
• The company is committed to providing continuous training and career advancement opportunities, fostering the development of future leaders.
• XTS values employee well-being and invests in their success and professional growth, creating a supportive work environment.