{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d0ef9ed8700635a270cf21be","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d0ef9ed8700635a270cf21be","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d0ef9ed8700635a270cf21be","title":"GIS Software Engineer, Basic","description":"Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance\nTravel Requirements: Limited travel; must be willing and able to support division travel to trade shows and customer sites, as needed.\nLocation: Norfolk, VA\n\nSUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for a GIS Software Engineer, Basic to support the design and development of geospatial/geographic information systems (GIS) using advanced programming languages.\n\nPosition responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:\nDesigns and develops geospatial-based software with an emphasis on:\nGraphical User Interfaces (GUIs)\nBackend logic and databases\nSupports the development, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of GIS software applications.\nConducts software debugging and performance tuning to improve application functionality and performance.\n\nCandidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:\nBachelor of Science degree, conferred or currently in the final year of a program, in Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related scientific discipline.\nThree (3)+ years of relevant software development experience.\nStrong understanding of advanced programming concepts, including:\nObject-oriented programming\nDesign patterns\nMulti-threading\nInter-process communication\nBuffering\nPersistence\nSolid understanding of data filtering, present-time filtering, future-time predictions, and interpolation/smoothing methods.\nAbility to conduct performance tuning and debugging.\nExperience with C++, C#, and/or Python programming.\nExperience with ASP.NET, Blazor, .NET Core, and/or Mono is beneficial.\nProficiency in a high-level programming language, with C++ and/or C# preferred.\n\nThe selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.\n\nPosition Salary Range: $78,000 - $113,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.\n\nBenefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.\n\nWR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. 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The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.\n\nBenefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.\n\nWR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. 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