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Java Engineer (Spring)

Denver, CO

$53.25 - $73/hr

Contract Length: Six months plus Client located in Denver, Colorado is seeking a Java Engineer for ... Desired Skills: 1) Elastic Search. 2) PostgreSQL. 3) Geospatial data experience. Qualifications ...

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Staff Program Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

... contracts. Work closely with customers, internal engineering teams, executive and business ... At least 10 years of experience in geospatial or aerospace program management, to include complex ...

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Terrestrial Software Systems Engineer

Aurora, CO · On-site

$176.30K - $208.90K/yr

Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some ... Familiarity with geospatial software and systems * Knowledge of power management and energy ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Geospatial Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Geospatial Engineer, you need a solid background in geography, GIS principles, spatial analysis, and a relevant degree in geospatial sciences or engineering. Proficiency with GIS software (such as ArcGIS or QGIS), remote sensing tools, and programming languages like Python or SQL is typically required. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you deliver accurate results and collaborate with clients or multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure precise geospatial data analysis and project delivery within diverse and dynamic contract environments.

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As a Contract Geospatial Engineer, you’ll often work closely with project managers, GIS analysts, surveyors, and software developers to deliver spatial data solutions. Collaboration usually involves participating in project meetings, sharing data and findings, and integrating your geospatial analyses into larger project workflows. Effective communication and documentation are key, as you may need to coordinate remotely or on flexible schedules. You’ll also provide technical guidance and support to ensure that geospatial data is accurate and meets project requirements.

What are Contract Geospatial Engineers?

Contract Geospatial Engineers are professionals who work on a temporary or project basis to collect, analyze, and interpret geographic data using specialized software and tools. They often support industries such as environmental management, urban planning, construction, and defense by creating maps, models, and spatial analyses. Their contract status means they are usually hired for specific projects or periods, rather than being permanent employees. This allows companies to access specialized geospatial expertise when needed while maintaining flexibility in staffing.
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Senior Geospatial Data Engineer

Senior Geospatial Data Engineer

CACI International, Inc.

Denver, CO • On-site

$189.60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Senior Geospatial Data Engineer
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Continental US
Anticipated Posting End: 8/1/2026
The Opportunity:
CACI's AGIS Release Train delivers the geospatial data infrastructure and analytical capabilities that NGA analysts rely on every day to drive intelligence decisions. Our team operates at the intersection of cutting-edge open-source geospatial technology and mission-critical intelligence workflows - building the pipelines, visualization tools, and analytical environments that transform raw geospatial data into decision advantage.
As a Senior Geospatial Data Engineer, you will lead pipeline development, tool integration, and visualization capability delivery across a FOSS4G-centric stack. You will work directly with NGA mission users and AGIS delivery teams to shape how intelligence professionals interact with geospatial data - from ingest all the way to analyst-facing visualization.
Responsibilities:
Design and deliver end-to-end geospatial data pipelines from ingest through analyst-facing visualization, leveraging GDAL/OGR-based transformation and processing across diverse data formats
Develop and maintain Python-based analytical environments via Jupyter Notebooks tailored to NGA mission user workflows
Manage GeoParquet datasets within the program's data lake architecture; implement and extend columnar format pipelines for production use
Administer ArcGIS Server services and portal configurations; integrate with the FOSS4G toolchain including QGIS, GeoServer, and MapServer
Collaborate with the AGIS Search team on spatial data indexing and AI-assisted retrieval integration
Lead technical refinement sessions and provide PI Planning input on data engineering epics and cross-team dependencies
Qualifications:
Required:
Active TS/SCI clearance
8+ years of software or data engineering experience, with at least 5 years in geospatial domains
Proficiency in the Python geospatial stack: GDAL, Fiona, Shapely, GeoPandas, Rasterio
Strong Jupyter Notebook development experience for analytical and mission workflows
Working knowledge of the FOSS4G ecosystem (QGIS, GeoServer, MapServer, GRASS)
GeoParquet/columnar format experience in production environments
ArcGIS Server and ArcGIS Enterprise administration
B.S. in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or related field (equivalent experience accepted)
Desired:
Familiarity with OGC service standards (WMS, WFS, WCS)
Experience operating within SAFe or Agile delivery frameworks
CI Poly clearance
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$90,300 - 189,600 USD
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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