Overview
Join Esri`s Professional Services team and help design and deliver mission critical geospatial data platforms that support national security.
In this role, you will work directly with mission focused organizations to architect, deploy, and optimize enterprise data environments that power ArcGIS-driven systems. You will operate across complex, secure infrastructures, combining system engineering and data engineering expertise to ensure performance, scalability, and reliability.
You will design and implement robust database solutions while also supporting the broader system architecture, working across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments to enable high impact operational workflows.
This is an opportunity to apply your expertise at the intersection of infrastructure and data, building systems that ensure mission critical information is secure, accessible, and ready for real time decision making.
Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Washington DC area for this position.
Responsibilities
Design and implement robust, scalable, and secure database solutions to support mission-critical applications
Collaborate with cross-functional teams during all phases of implementation including requirements, analysis, design, build/configuration, and deployment
Configure and maintain database environments, including backup, restore, high-availability, and disaster recovery strategies
Monitor and tune database performance using industry-standard tools and methodologies (such as query optimization, indexing strategies)
Implement data security measures, access controls, and compliance standards across environments
Automate routine database loading, maintenance, and monitoring tasks to improve efficiency
Provide technical guidance and best practices for database design, migration, and integration projects
Requirements
8+ years of hands-on experience in database design, administration, and optimization for Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or SAP HANA
Demonstrated experience with database design principles, data loading techniques, backup and recovery solutions, performance monitoring and tuning, database maintenance, and security
Scripting skills in SQL and Python for automation and data workflows
Experience with cloud-based database solutions (such as AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database)
Understanding of geospatial concepts such as spatial data types, coordinate systems, and spatial indexing
Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to technical peers and non-technical project managers or customers
US citizenship with Active or Current (within 2 years of active) Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, GIS, or related STEM field
Recommended Qualifications
Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise geodatabases
Knowledge of integrating GIS with other enterprise systems
CompTIA Security + certification
One or more industry-standard IT certifications (such as Esri, Microsoft, Amazon, PostgreSQL, Oracle)
Master's degree in computer science, mathematics, GIS or related STEM field
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Total Rewards
Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is
$120,640
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$197,600 USD
The Company
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website
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If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email
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and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
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