General
Provide technical vision, design, and project leadership in this role serving as a product evangelist forEsri solutions. This is a challenging opportunity for an accomplished GIS professional with proven experience to help define and lead new software development efforts for Esri.
Department
Implementation Services
Responsibilities
• Work with lead software engineers to define, build, and release GIS software.
• Capture key user workflows and functions that will be engineered into the software.
• Synthesize user requirements, industry needs, and competitive analysis into an effective product specification.
• Oversee various projects and work with managers to set goals and milestones.
• Communicate the goals and progress of the team to various audiences.
• Define and execute software testing activities.
• Develop technical product documentation manuals.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s or master's in computer science, engineering, mathematics, GIS, or related field, depending on position level.
• Three or more years of work experience as a software product engineer or in a position with similar responsibilities.
• Direct experience and knowledge of applying GIS technology in new and innovative ways.
• Strong desire to define new GIS technology for use by GIS practitioners.
• Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills and ability to propose solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, presentation, and leadership skills.
Recommended Qualifications
• Programming background with languages such as C#, Java, Silverlight, or Flex.
• Project management or planning experience on project teams.
• Knowledge of linear referencing systems (LRS) and highway data management workflows.
• Three years of advanced GIS experience in mapping, geodata management, or geo processing projects.