GIS Solution Engineer - Transportation

Esri • Philadelphia, PA

4h • $79,248 - $130,728

About The Position

As a GIS subject matter expert, the GIS Solution Engineer identifies appropriate analysis tools, creates innovative solutions, and communicates the value of GIS technology. The role joins an account team to advise customers on complex business challenges and demonstrate how GIS can reveal patterns, trends, and insights. The position supports Esri customers by building partnerships in a culture that encourages creativity, collaboration, and passion.

The engineer supports the account team in presenting and demonstrating Esri software and solutions, planning and executing sales strategies, and addressing transportation-industry challenges. The role calls for expertise in ArcGIS and the transportation industry, proactive solution design aligned with customer business needs, and clear technical demonstrations and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences. The engineer also shares best practices for using, deploying, and administering Esri technology and may present at conferences and trade shows.

The position requires domestic or international travel of 25–50%. The stated base salary range is $79,248–$130,728 USD. Visa sponsorship is not available; applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience with Esri technology creating maps, performing spatial analysis, and configuring web applications.
• At least 1 year of experience working in or supporting the transportation industry.
• Understanding of ArcGIS in an IT context, including areas such as hardware, storage, security, networking, web services, virtualization, and cloud computing.
• Experience in technical consulting and conceptual solution design, and understanding of sales and business development processes.
• Experience with geodatabases and underlying DBMS technology.
• Knowledge of cloud computing concepts and environments such as Microsoft Azure or AWS.
• Strong presentation, interpersonal, and listening skills.
• Ability to travel domestically or internationally 25–50%.
• Bachelor’s degree in geography, computer science, or a related field.
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to troubleshoot client issues related to Esri application deployment and system architecture.
• Experience integrating software solutions with other business systems, including data warehousing, BI, CRM, ERP, and analytics platforms.
• Experience incorporating real-time information streams with existing GIS data and IT infrastructure.
• Basic understanding of artificial intelligence and machine-learning concepts.
• Programming and scripting experience with languages such as Python and JavaScript.
• Master’s degree in geography, computer science, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with customers and present, demonstrate, and support the sale of Esri software and solutions as part of the account team.
• Support the account team in planning and executing sales strategies.
• Develop subject-matter expertise in the transportation industry and technical expertise in ArcGIS; communicate Esri technologies and anticipate customer needs and relevant technology trends.
• Proactively craft and propose solutions that show how GIS can address customer challenges and deliver business value.
• Define and deliver strategies that align Esri technology with customers’ businesses.
• Design and present technical demonstrations and presentations for technical and non-technical customers.
• Provide best practices for the use, deployment, and administration of Esri technology.
• Present at conferences and trade shows.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees and their families
• 401(k)
• Profit-sharing programs
• At least 80 hours of vacation leave accrual
• Twelve paid holidays per calendar year
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level