We are seeking a skilled Geographic Software Developer to support the development, integration, and maintenance of GIS-enabled web applications and supporting infrastructure within a secure environment. This role combines full-stack software development, geospatial systems expertise, and Linux-based deployment practices. The successful candidate will work closely with systems analysts, engineers, and operations teams to deliver reliable, scalable geospatial solutions. 

This is a proactive recruitment initiative, with potential start dates in the coming weeks or months, contingent on contract award. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and maintain GIS web applications and geospatial databases based on user and system requirements  
• Design, implement, and optimize database schemas and web-based data models  
• Provide technical input and design guidance on system architecture and solution design  
• Implement and manage source code control, versioning, and branching strategies  
• Build, configure, and administer Linux-based environments  
• Develop and deploy applications using container technologies (e.g., Docker)  
• Support application lifecycle activities including testing, troubleshooting, and performance validation  
• Provide incident investigation, diagnostic, resolution, and recovery support  
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including SOPs, build guides, and architecture diagrams  
• Support network design considerations, including traffic flow and system integration  

Technical Environment 

• Operating Systems: Windows, Linux (Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS)  
• Development: MS Visual Studio  
• Languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Java, SQL, HTML/CSS  
• Frameworks / Tools: Node.js, Apache  
• Cloud & DevOps: Azure, GitHub, Docker, VMware  
• Databases: PostgreSQL (PostGIS), SQLite  
• GIS Technologies: Leaflet, OpenLayers, MapLibre, CesiumJS  
• Geospatial Services: MapServer, Nominatim, Google Earth  
• Data Formats: GeoJSON, KML/KMZ, Shapefiles  
• Protocols: WMS, WFS, TMS, OpenStreetMap  

• College diploma or University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or related field  
• Minimum 5 years of recent geospatial software development and maintenance experience 
• Demonstrated experience performing at least six (6) of the following:  
  • GIS web application and database development  
  • Source code control, versioning, and branching  
  • Solution design and technical advisory support  
  • Database and web model/schema design  
  • Network design and traffic flow documentation  
  • Application testing and data validation  
  • Application support and troubleshooting  
  • Technical documentation (SOPs, build guides)  
  • Container-based deployment (e.g., Docker)  
• Minimum 3 years of Linux administration experience  
• Minimum 2 years of containerization experience (Docker or equivalent)  

Desired / Asset Qualifications 

• 5–9+ years of geospatial development experience  
• Experience with geospatial web APIs (Leaflet, OpenLayers, MapLibre, CesiumJS)  
• Experience configuring and documenting GIS server infrastructure  
• Strong experience producing technical documentation and architecture diagrams  
• Familiarity with open-source GIS platforms such as MapServer and Nominatim