SaaS / Low Code Developer (ArcGIS GIS Developer)
SaaS / Low Code Developer (GIS Developer)- Hybrid. 3 days on-site @ Austin, TX
Interview Type: Video, then in-person
Prefer LOCAL CANDIDATESPrefer USC / GC / H4EAD / EADs except OPT/CPT.
Description:
- Familiarity with concepts around usability/accessibility / human factors related to technology usage and ability to work collaboratively to setengagement strategies and measure results
- Developing and implementing accessibility enhancements and remediating accessibility issues in existing GIS applications.
- Works with a project team to implement enhancements and develop to the interface design, and architecture of the application
- Creates and modifies maps, graphs, or diagrams using geographic information software and related equipment.
- Able to identify and troubleshoot application issues across the full platform implementation
Responsible for the interface and application implementation· Business Need: To comply with Title II web accessibility requirements, GIS applications must be remediated. Additional GIS Specialist resources are needed to accelerate application remediation and accessibility enhancement implementation to support compliance within the required April 2027 timeframe.
Years of Experience· Two years experience in GIS systems analysis and design if they have graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with majorcourse work in computer science, computer information systems, geography, geographic information system technology, management informationsystems, geology, physical science, environmental studies, or a related field.· Three years experience in GIS systems analysis and design if they have a bachelor’s degree with 12 semester hours in computer science.
Required Skills:
- Skill in developing, modifying and enhancing GIS applications and geospatial data using ArcGIS Experience Builder and ArcGIS Pro.· Skill in evaluating applications, performing testing, documenting defects, and validating corrective actions.· Ability to communicate effectively.· Skill in working within an established software development lifecycle process, including application review, testing, and approval activities.· Knowledge of accessibility remediation techniques, accessible user interface design, and accessibility testing methodologies.
Preferred Skills:
- Ability to use accessibility remediation techniques for ArcGIS Online applications.· Knowledge of Federal and Texas state government accessibility requirements[AK3.1] applicable to GIS applications.· Knowledge of accessibility principles for interactive maps, geospatial data visualization, and complex web application interfaces. Scope/Responsibilities· The GIS Specialist will support the GIS Team in the GIS application accessibility remediation initiative by implementing accessibilityenhancements, remediating identified accessibility issues and applying standardized accessibility templates. Responsibilities include modifyinggeospatial data including attributes and symbology, modifying application functionality and interfaces, performing accessibility and functionaltesting, documenting remediation activities, and coordinating application changes the established SDLC review and approval process. Deliverableswill include remediated GIS applications and completed SDLC documentation supporting the changes implemented, testing and approvals.
Education:
Bachelor's degree and eight (8) years’ development experience in web-based languages. At least 2 years of development experience in SaaS and/orLow Code Solution delivery in complex technical environments.
Role Description:
Familiarity with core Web development technologies. Familiarity with concepts around usability / human factors related to technology usage andability to work collaboratively to set engagement strategies and measure results. Experienced with low-code and no-code platform developmentand deployment is essential. Experience specific to stated platform. Web development utilizing RESTful APIs. Works with graphic designers andother members of a project team to develop the site concept, interface design, and architecture of the application. Able to identify and troubleshootapplication issues across the full platform implementation. Responsible for the interface and application implementation.