Geospatial Development Leader

True Environmental

. Act as the U.S. technical lead for geospatial and digital solutions across six practice groups. . Partner with practices to map workflows, identify spatial-data and automation opportunities, and prioritize development

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in geospatial solutions, including geodatabase design, web-mapping applications, and automation workflows. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary projects, mentor teams, and effectively communicate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.

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Geospatial Solutions LeadershipEsri Platform ExpertisePython DevelopmentGeospatial Data IntegrationGIS Infrastructure Development

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Hard Skills

Geospatial AnalysisGeodatabase DesignWeb-Mapping Application DevelopmentData GovernanceAutomation WorkflowsModeling and VisualizationData Pipeline DevelopmentReality-Capture TechniquesDigital-Twin PlatformsRegulatory Reporting

Soft Skills

Client PresentationCross-Disciplinary CollaborationMentoringTechnical Communication

Tools & Technologies

ArcGIS ProArcGIS OnlinePostGISFMEQGISAzureAWSUAS Operations3D Visualization ToolsImmersive/XR Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in GeographyGISP Certification

Industry Keywords

Environmental EngineeringAEC SectorPublic SectorDigital SolutionsField Data CollectionAI/ML IntegrationBIM IntegrationInspection DataCloud DeploymentOpen-Source Geospatial

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudIoTJavaScriptNode.jsPostGISPostgresPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the U.S. technical lead for geospatial and digital solutions across six practice groups.
Partner with practices to map workflows, identify spatial-data and automation opportunities, and prioritize development work.
Establish firm-wide standards for geodatabase design, metadata, data governance, QA/QC, and deliverable formats.
Coordinate with digital technology leaders in Canada to align platforms and share tools.
Review geospatial deliverables and provide digital-scope input for proposals.
Design and build enterprise geodatabases, web-mapping applications, custom dashboards, and digital-twin platforms.
Develop analytical tools and workflows for recurring project needs, including modeling, visualization, routing, and regulatory reporting.
Build and maintain field data collection applications and data pipelines.
Integrate IoT, AIS, weather, environmental, bathymetric, and LiDAR data sources.
Automate workflows using Python, SQL, JavaScript, ModelBuilder, and FME; convert legacy data into spatially enabled databases.
Evaluate and pilot GeoAI, LLM-assisted tools, automated change detection, open-source geospatial stacks, cloud deployment, and immersive/XR visualization.
Direct reality-capture programs involving LiDAR, sonar, UAS photogrammetry, and inspection.
Identify project-built tools suitable for reusable firm assets or client-facing products.
Represent the firm to clients and at conferences, user groups, and professional associations.
Develop SOPs, tutorials, and training programs.
Mentor GIS analysts and developers across practices without direct line management.
Report to the Chief Operating Officer and work in a matrixed relationship with practice leads.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geospatial Science, Environmental Science/Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
20+ years of progressive geospatial and application-development experience, with substantial time as technical lead on multidisciplinary projects in an environmental, engineering, AEC, or public-sector setting.
GISP certification (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
Deep expertise in the Esri platform: ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise/Server, ArcGIS Online, Experience Builder, Survey123, Field Maps, 3D/Spatial Analyst.
Proven development skills: Python, SQL (PostgreSQL/PostGIS, SQL Server), JavaScript (Esri JS API, Leaflet, Node.js), and relational database design.
Demonstrated track record of building web applications, dashboards, and enterprise GIS infrastructure that measurably improved delivery efficiency or client decision-making.
Experience integrating field data collection platforms with enterprise geodatabases and downstream modeling or reporting tools.
Ability to work across disciplines: elicit requirements from non-GIS staff, explain technical trade-offs clearly, and deliver tools people actually adopt.
Comfortable presenting to clients, agencies, and industry audiences.
Preferred: Experience developing digital-twin or asset-management platforms integrating point clouds, BIM, and inspection data.
Preferred: Hands-on reality-capture experience: LiDAR, bathymetric/sonar survey, UAS operations (FAA Part 107), photogrammetry, 3D modeling.
Preferred: Open-source geospatial and cloud experience (QGIS, MapServer, GeoServer, PostGIS; Azure or AWS).
Preferred: Experience applying AI/ML or LLM-assisted tooling to geospatial data compilation, defect detection, or metadata generation.
Preferred: Integration experience with EAM/BIM platforms (e.g., Maximo, Autodesk Forma) and CAD/MicroStation conversion via FME.
Preferred: Experience with 3D visualization, immersive/XR, or interactive training content for stakeholder engagement.
Preferred: Experience working across distributed, multi-office, or cross-border teams.