Job Description
About The Role
As a GIS Solution Architect, you will lead the design and governance of enterprise GIS platforms across on-premise and multi-cloud environments. You will define target architecture, guide platform transformation initiatives, and ensure scalable, secure, and high-performing GIS solutions aligned to business and program objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Define and own end-to-end GIS architecture across on-premise, Azure, and AWS environments
Lead design and execution of platform upgrades and multi-cloud migration strategies
Architect spatial data integration pipelines and enterprise geodatabase frameworks
Design cloud-native GIS solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and high availability
Provide technical leadership, including review and approval of designs and mentoring delivery teams
Engage stakeholders to present architecture solutions, manage risks, and support technical decision-making
Ensure adherence to enterprise architecture standards, governance, and compliance requirements
Drive continuous improvements in platform performance, reliability, and operational efficiency
Required Qualifications
Minimum 8 years of experience with ArcGIS Enterprise in complex, multi-environment deployments
Proven expertise in architecting GIS platform upgrades and migrations across on-premise, Azure, and AWS
Strong knowledge of ArcGIS Enterprise components (Portal, Server, Data Store, Web Adaptor, Image Server, Workflow Manager)
Hands-on experience with FME for spatial data integration and ETL design
Proficiency in MS SQL and working knowledge of PostgreSQL, Azure SQL, and AWS RDS
Proficiency in Python or equivalent scripting language for automation and integration
Experience designing secure and scalable cloud architectures on Azure and AWS
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in regulated or government-grade cloud environments
Familiarity with ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Insights, or ArcGIS Notebooks
Knowledge of OGC standards and REST-based GIS services
Experience in public sector, urban planning, or land management domains
Relevant cloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect or Azure Solutions Architect Expert)
