GIS Solution Architect

Key Responsibilities Define and design end-to-end GIS solution architecture aligned with business and IT strategy Lead architecture for Esri-based solutions including ArcGIS Enterprise, Portal, ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, Web AppBuilder, Experience Builder, and Mobile GIS Drive GIS solution design for enterprise integrations with systems such as ERP, IAM, SCADA, OMS, ADMS, and data platforms Provide technical leadership during presales, solutioning, proposals, and estimates Ensure adherence to security, performance, scalability, and availability standards Guide development teams with architecture patterns, best practices, and design reviews Support cloud and hybrid deployments (Azure / AWS) including DevOps and CI/CD strategies Collaborate with stakeholders, customers, and delivery teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions Evaluate new GIS technologies, tools, and frameworks and recommend adoption Participate in governance forums, architecture review boards, and risk mitigation planning Technical Skills Required GIS Platforms : Esri ArcGIS Enterprise (10.x / 11.x), ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online Field Maps, Survey123, Dashboards, Experience Builder, Web AppBuilder Architecture & Integration : Enterprise GIS Architecture REST APIs, Web Services, SOA, Microservices Integration with enterprise systems (SAP, Maximo, Active Directory, IAM) Cloud & Infrastructure : Azure or AWS cloud architecture High availability, DR, and performance tuning Kubernetes / Docker (preferred) Development & Data : JavaScript, .NET, Python ArcGIS API for JavaScript Spatial databases (PostgreSQL/PostGIS, Oracle Spatial, SQL Server) DevOps & Security : CI/CD pipelines, Git Authentication, authorization, and role-based access control Non-Technical / Soft Skills Strong stakeholder and customer communication skills Ability to lead technical discussions with architects, developers, and managers Strong documentation, presentation, and decision-making abilities Experience in mentoring and guiding technical teams Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, GIS, Engineering, or related field Esri certifications (Enterprise Administration, Developer, or Architect) preferred Experience in Utilities (Electric, Gas, Water), Telecom, or Government GIS projects is a plus