Web GIS Lead

Position: Web GIS Lead
Location: Wokingham, UK (5 days a week from office)
6 months contract position

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Web GIS Lead to oversee the development, implementation, and migration of enterprise GIS solutions. The role involves managing GIS data and systems, guiding GIS teams, and ensuring seamless integration of GIS applications with ArcGIS Enterprise components including ArcGIS Portal, ArcGIS Server, and respective hosted applications and services. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical background in GIS software, enterprise systems, cloud platforms, and demonstrated leadership capabilities.

Your responsibilities:

GIS Data & System Management

• Oversee GIS data management and migration, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and quality across datasets.
• Manage and optimize GIS databases using SQL/PostGIS, Oracle Spatial, and related systems.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing support to GIS team members.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver effective GIS solutions.

Solution Design & Development

• Design and develop customized GIS applications using ESRI technologies and various GIS tools.
• Ensure integration of GIS systems with business workflows and enterprise-level applications.
• Develop server-side GIS logic using ESRI technologies and enterprise GIS frameworks.

Web GIS & Application Integration

• Lead the development and migration of GIS-based applications using ESRI technology stack.
• Utilize programming languages such as Python, SQL, and JavaScript for automation, data processing, and application development.
• Build custom and COTS-based solutions in ArcGIS Experience Builder using React JS.

Spatial Analysis & Visualization

• Conduct geospatial analysis, cartographic design, and data visualization to support decision-making.
• Perform web map creation, service publishing, ArcGIS Portal content migration, and develop StoryMaps.

Automation & Workflow Optimization

• Build automated workflows using ModelBuilder, Python scripts, and geoprocessing models.
• Work with tools like FME for spatial data ETL and data transformation processes.

Your Profile

Essential skills/knowledge/experience: 10+ years in GIS Web Application Development & Deployment

Desirable skills/knowledge/experience:

Core GIS Technical Expertise

Strong hands-on experience with ArcGIS Enterprise 11.5, including:

ArcGIS Portal

ArcGIS Server

ArcGIS Data Store

Expertise in ArcGIS Pro, including tools, extensions, and advanced geoprocessing.

Competency in ArcGIS Online and Portal for ArcGIS content creation, administration, and deployment.

Programming & Development

Proficiency in .NET or Java, along with Python, SQL, and JavaScript.

Experience with React JS for custom widget/tool development in Experience Builder.

Knowledge of web services, open standards, and geospatial formats (XML, GML, KML).

Database & Cloud Skills

Experience maintaining and processing spatial datasets within relational databases.

Working knowledge of spatial indexing, database optimization, and schema design.

Familiarity with cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or equivalent platforms.

Experience with infrastructure monitoring tools and performance optimization.

Additional Competencies

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Experience supporting team members in a GIS/technical capacity.

Knowledge/experience in creating web-based GIS applications and dashboards.

Preferred Experience

Custom development on enterprise GIS servers using ESRI technologies.

Experience with:

ArcGIS Experience Builder (COTS & custom tools)

ArcGIS Portal content migration

Service publishing

Web map and StoryMap creation

Strong understanding of spatial ETL workflows using FME.

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