Consultant, GIS Programmer (Mid-Level) (Information Technology)
ERM is seeking a GIS Programmer to join our Irvine, CA office. The mid-level Consultant will join an existing team of professionals to leverage environmental data management and geospatial technologies in support of our core services. These include impact assessment, environmental planning and permitting, energy infrastructure studies, health and safety, and site investigation and remediation related services.
We are seeking a self-starting, well-organized individual with problem-solving skills who can adapt to a fluid work environment. Experience with a variety of programming languages is a must. The applicant should have experience with programming or developing GIS applications for web and mobile. ERM is looking for an individual who also has professional experience automating workflows to help make tasks more efficient and assist in maintaining the quality of spatial data. The role of GIS Programmer will directly assist a team of scientists on several small and large projects. It is critical that the applicant can adapt to last-minute changes in workflow and think of out-of-the-box concepts for development, design, and maintenance of geospatial data.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Author, edit, debug, and provide support for new and existing advanced geoprocessing scripts and tools with python.
Publish and maintain ArcGIS web-based map services and applications, and integration with existing environmental database systems and tools.
Expand digital capabilities by exploring new technologies and software, plus ways to improve existing methods, tools, and workflows.
Work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure GIS and data deliverables meet or exceed our clients' needs.
Plan, design, implement, and maintain large, complex, multiyear GIS and data management projects.
Organize and manage project data, analysis, and mapping following company protocols and industry best practices.
Prioritize, organize, perform, and direct numerous work assignments in a fast-paced, client-oriented environment.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in geography, GIS, natural sciences, computer sciences, or comparable field.
2+ years of professional experience (at least 1 year of GIS programming or developing experience, and at least 1 year with at least two or more programming languages).
Professional experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Web Application Builder.
Experience designing and developing ArcGIS Online web maps and customized web apps utilizing ArcGIS Server.
Experience with relational databases and database design or management.
Strong oral and written communication skills, keen orientation to detail, and an eye for professional presentation and aesthetics in project deliverables (maps, charts, graphs, tables, and other visualizations).
Previous experience working effectively with others in a team environment to deliver quality projects on time and within budgets.
Self-motivated, quick learning, curious, resourceful, flexible individual with the ability to independently create Python solutions, rapidly turn around prototypes, and troubleshoot issues in fast-paced client-oriented environments.
Experience with managing GIS data within at least one of the following: SQL Server and/or PostgreSQL database environments.
Ability to develop GIS applications using two of the following Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, C# (ArcObjects), or related programming languages.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to quickly learn new technologies, work independently, and quickly turnaround maps, application prototypes or other deliverables.
Experience building, deploying, and supporting Esri mobile applications such as Survey123, Field Maps, and Dashboard.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced degrees or certifications in GIS or computer science, with an emphasis on Python programming and automation for geospatial applications.
Advanced experience with data management including organizing and maintaining complex projects containing geospatial and tabular data, custom tools and toolboxes, analysis output, maps, and SQL enterprise geodatabases.
Experience using ArcGIS Pro in a production setting, creating Python geoprocessing tools for ArcPro, and designing queries in Arcade.
For the Consultant, GIS Programmer position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $67,472 – $73,547 (USD). An employee's pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where compensation may be outside of the range, based on the factors noted above. This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary based performance bonus.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable.
You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.
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