Senior GIS Developer

NiyamIT • Fairfax, VA

15d • Remote

About The Position

Niyam IT was founded in 2007 by a group of consultants who shared a unique vision: a technology company steeped in orderly process yet driven by passion and innovation. Over the following decade, we fine-tuned our craft and built an impressive track record of successful outcomes, securing our reputation as the go-to provider of smart, innovative solutions.

Today, Niyam is at the forefront of the industry, leading the way in crafting mission-critical technologies for Emergency Preparedness & Response, Natural Resource Management, Law Enforcement & Justice, Health IT, and Global Citizen Services.

Niyam is seeking a Senior GIS Developer to join our team in support of our work with a federal client. We offer competitive compensation and benefits. This full-time position allows for remote work.

Requirements

• US Citizenship with ability to obtain a Public Trust.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field with a minor or proven technical training in Geographic Information Systems.
• Ten (10) or more years of relevant GIS software development, including user authenticated web mapping applications with analytical and query components and tools for processing, migrating, or producing GIS data.
• 7+ years of experience in Java Development, with a strong focus on building and maintaining RESTful services in enterprise environments.
• Extensive experience with geospatial technologies including ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Desktop/Pro, ArcPy, ESRI File Geodatabases (FGDB), PostgreSQL/PostGIS, and Oracle Spatial/Geospatial datasets.
• Strong expertise in implementing and optimizing vector tile services and working with GeoServer and/or MapServer in enterprise environments.
• Advanced proficiency in designing and executing complex spatial and relational queries for high-performance data processing and analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, refactor, and modernize legacy codebases while ensuring continuity of operations and improved system performance.
• Deep experience troubleshooting application and system logs, conducting root cause analysis, and resolving complex performance and scalability issues.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including delivering clear technical guidance and documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Experience developing front-end applications using ExtJS within geospatial solutions.
• Familiarity with Microsoft IIS and development experience with C#/.NET in enterprise environments.
• Working knowledge of the ESRI ArcGIS JavaScript API and modern web-based GIS application development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable, modern JavaScript web applications using frameworks such as React, NextJS, ExtJS and OpenLayers.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex GIS and non-GIS application issues, driving timely and effective resolution.
• Architect, implement, and optimize end-to-end CI/CD pipelines to support efficient, secure, and reliable application delivery.
• Design and oversee the development of automated testing frameworks to ensure high-quality, resilient GIS applications.
• Develop and maintain robust Java-based RESTful web services integrating both relational and geospatial data sources.
• Develop, deploy, and maintain mobile applications across iOS and Android platforms using modern frameworks such as React Native, Swift, ensuring seamless integration with Esri ArcGIS geospatial services.
• Knowledge in PostgreSQL/PostGIS, including spatial data manipulation and advanced geospatial queries
• Hands-on experience in developing applications in AWS environment
• Evaluate technical solutions and provide strategic recommendations, technical assessments, and detailed reports to stakeholders and leadership.
• Author and review comprehensive technical designs, code documentation, and standard operating procedures to support maintainability and scalability.
• Lead and actively contribute to Agile Scrum processes, including mentoring team members and conducting thorough peer code reviews.
• Oversee configuration, administration, and performance optimization of ArcGIS platforms and related geospatial systems.
• Champion best practices in application security, code quality, and performance, driving continuous improvement across the development lifecycle.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Hours: Life doesn’t always fit into a 9-to-5 schedule. We offer flexibility to help you manage your work-life balance effectively.
• Remote Work: Niyam IT understands the value of flexibility. We offer remote work.
• Career Growth: Niyam IT is not just a job; it’s a career journey. We provide a supportive environment for your professional development and offer fully paid opportunities for training and advancement within the company.
• Great People: Our people are the blueprint of who Niyam IT is to the industry and community.
• Great Environment: Niyam IT fosters a great environment where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives. Your unique ideas are welcomed and celebrated every day at Niyam IT.

What This Job Offers

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