GIS Developer

4w1 month ago

Bolton & Menk

Minneapolis, US · Full-time · $75,000 – $120,000

About this role

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a GIS Developer to join our growing GIS Development Team in our Minneapolis or other Minnesota office locations. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, the company specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.

We’re looking for a GIS Developer with strong experience in web-based geospatial applications and Python development. This role involves building modern mapping tools, automating geospatial workflows, and working with both server-side and client-side technologies. You’ll collaborate with analysts, developers, and stakeholders to design, develop, and maintain GIS solutions that support critical business operations.

In this role, focus on designing, developing, and maintaining GIS software solutions that extend and enhance the Esri ArcGIS platform. Responsibilities include web-based GIS application development using the ArcGIS API for JavaScript, along with Python automation and systems integration. These efforts streamline workflows for field teams and decision-makers.

Work closely with UI/UX, IT, and data teams to deliver high-quality mapping experiences. Collaborate with project managers and end users to gather requirements, translate business needs into technical designs, and deliver well-tested, maintainable solutions. Join a team dedicated to geospatial innovation in community infrastructure.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in GIS development
Strong proficiency in Python (ArcPy, GeoPandas, Shapely, GDAL/OGR)
Experience with web mapping libraries (ArcGIS JS API, Leaflet, Mapbox, OpenLayers)
Familiarity with HTML, CSS, TypeScript/JavaScript, and modern web development practices
Experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, or open-source GIS tools
Knowledge of REST APIs, JSON, and web service integration
Experience working with spatial databases (PostGIS, SQL Server, Oracle Spatial)
Strong attention to detail

Responsibilities

Build and optimize Python-based geoprocessing tools, automation scripts, and data pipelines
Develop and maintain web-based GIS applications using frameworks such as ArcGIS API for JavaScript, Leaflet, Mapbox GL JS, or OpenLayers
Design, publish, and manage web services (REST, Feature Services, Map Services) using ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, or open-source stacks
Integrate spatial data with web APIs, databases, and external systems
Manage and maintain geodatabases (file, enterprise, Postgres/PostGIS)
Design and implement complex spatial analysis workflows and support internal teams with geospatial solutions
Collaborate with UI/UX, IT, and data teams to deliver high-quality mapping experiences
Work closely with project managers and end users to gather requirements and deliver well-tested solutions