GIS Developer

Clarity Partners LLC • Chicago, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Voted one of Chicago's Best Places to Work by the Chicago Tribune for the ninth year in a row, Clarity Partners is hiring! Clarity Partners is seeking a GIS Developer local to Chicago, IL. This role will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise GIS applications and databases, as well as supporting data management and integration across client systems. The ideal candidate will be experienced in working with Esri products, building web/mobile GIS applications, and ensuring high-quality geospatial data delivery. This position will report in a hybrid setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, or a related science field.
• 5+ years of professional experience as a GIS Developer, GIS Analyst, or similar role.
• Proficiency with Esri’s ArcGIS desktop and enterprise database environments.
• Strong skills in SQL Server, including queries, stored procedures, and reporting.
• Experience with geospatial application development and system architecture.
• Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (Python, HTML, JavaScript).
• Strong communication skills and proven ability to work with client organizations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience coordinating GIS projects in municipal or utility infrastructure settings.
• Familiarity with SSRS or Power BI for reporting and dashboards.
• Strong workflow management, reporting, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients, project managers, and GIS team members on project planning, design, and delivery.
• Manage GIS enterprise environments, ensuring database performance and reliability.
• Develop and maintain web and mobile GIS applications using ArcGIS Online or Portal for ArcGIS.
• Automate data management workflows using Python, HTML, JavaScript, or related tools.
• Design, update, and administer Esri enterprise database environments, including versioned datasets.
• Write SQL queries, manage views, and support reporting needs across enterprise systems.
• Perform quality control on data capture, conversion, and external data integration.
• Produce high-quality maps, reports, and dashboards for client stakeholders.
• Support workflow improvements and contribute to the long-term GIS strategy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees