Sr. Software Development Engineer - Topographic Mapping

About the role

Esri's Professional Services division is seeking an experienced Sr. Software Development Engineer to help advance the next generation of geospatial data quality capabilities across the ArcGIS platform. In this role, you will design and develop the software used by a large community of GIS professionals to power the operations of their organizations. In this position, you will design and develop software used by organizations across diverse markets and industries to ensure quality and consistency in their geospatial data holdings. You will be part of a talented cross-functional team of dynamic and passionate engineers who deliver capabilities that enable our customers to make a difference in communities around the world. As part of the Professional Services division, you will work closely with product teams, domain experts, and technical specialists to create robust, production-ready software that transforms and advances geospatial data quality. If you are passionate about geospatial technologies, AI-driven data quality management, and building scalable, high-performance distributed solutions, this role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies that shape how organizations build, validate, and maintain accurate geospatial assets. Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Redlands, CA area for this position.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain intuitive, responsive web applications using JavaScript/TypeScript and the React framework
• Contribute to full-stack development across front-end (React, Node.js) and back-end components, including performance-oriented systems such as C+
• Build applications following modern front-end architecture principles and industry-standard design patterns
• Develop interactive, map-based user experiences using the ArcGIS JavaScript API and Esri's Calcite Design System
• Develop, deploy, and maintain applications in Linux-based environments using containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize applications running in distributed Linux and cloud/cluster environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product engineers, UX designers, and domain experts to deliver high-quality solutions
• Participate in Agile Scrum teams and iterative development cycles

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in software development with a strong focus on front-end or full-stack engineering
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and experience building applications using React
• Extensive experience working in Linux environments, including development, debugging, and deployment of applications
• Experience with HTML, DOM manipulation, CSS, and cross-browser compatibility
• Solid understanding of front-end architecture, design patterns, and scalable application design
• Experience with Node.js or similar back-end technologies
• Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker) and familiarity with Kubernetes in Linux-based systems
• Experience deploying and maintaining applications in cloud environments and distributed systems
• Strong troubleshooting and performance optimization skills in cloud and cluster environments
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related STEM field
• Recommended Qualifications
• Experience with Kubernetes and cloud orchestration platforms such as AWS (ECS/EKS), Google Cloud, or Azure
• Familiarity with C++ in performance-critical or large-scale systems
• Experience building geospatial applications using ArcGIS technologies
• Knowledge of the Esri Calcite Design System and experience creating map-based web applications
• Experience integrating AI/LLM capabilities into web applications
• Familiarity with RESTful services and modern API design
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices in Linux environments
• Master's degree in computer science or STEM related field
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