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GIS Solution Engineer - AEC

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GIS Solution Engineer - AEC

Vienna, VA

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GIS Solution Engineer - AEC

Denver, CO

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GIS Solution Engineer - AEC

Charlotte, NC

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GIS Solution Engineer - AEC

Redlands, CA

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Esri

Overview As a GIS subject matter expert, you're a natural at identifying the right analysis tools for the problem at hand. Not only do you create innovative solutions, you talk about solutions in ...

Esri

GIS Solution Engineer - AEC

Denver, CO · On-site

The GIS Solution Engineer will leverage their expertise to demonstrate the value of GIS, build ... Become a subject matter expert of the AEC industry well as a technical expert of ArcGIS. Speak ...

Esri

GIS Solution Engineer - AEC

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Esri is a company that specializes in GIS technology, and they are seeking a GIS Solution Engineer ... Become a subject matter expert of the AEC industry well as a technical expert of ArcGIS. Speak ...

Esri

GIS Solution Engineer - AEC

Redlands, CA · On-site

Esri is a company that specializes in GIS technology, and they are seeking a GIS Solution Engineer ... Become a subject matter expert of the AEC industry well as a technical expert of ArcGIS. Speak ...

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As of Jul 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for gis expert in the United States is $28.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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GIS Experts are professionals who specialize in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), which are tools used to capture, store, analyze, and visualize spatial or geographic data. They use their expertise to help organizations make informed decisions based on location-based information. GIS Experts work in various fields such as urban planning, environmental science, transportation, and public health. Their responsibilities often include data collection, mapping, spatial analysis, and the creation of interactive maps or models. They are skilled in using GIS software and have a strong understanding of geography and data management.

What are some common challenges a GIS Expert faces when integrating data from multiple sources?

GIS Experts often encounter challenges when integrating data from various sources, such as differences in data formats, coordinate systems, and data quality. Ensuring data accuracy and consistency can require significant time spent on data cleaning and transformation. Additionally, collaborating with stakeholders to clarify data requirements and resolve discrepancies is essential. Overcoming these challenges is key to delivering reliable spatial analyses and supporting informed decision-making.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a GIS Expert, and why are they important?

To thrive as a GIS Expert, you need strong analytical skills, proficiency in spatial data analysis, and typically a degree in geography, geoinformatics, or a related field. Familiarity with GIS software such as ArcGIS or QGIS, spatial databases, and often certifications like GISP are commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective communication are essential soft skills for interpreting and presenting complex geospatial data. These skills are crucial for delivering accurate spatial solutions that inform decision-making in fields like urban planning, environmental management, and logistics.
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GIS Solution Engineer - AEC

GIS Solution Engineer - AEC

Esri

San Antonio, TX

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Company rating: 9.5 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 209 rated software companies

Job description

Overview

As a GIS subject matter expert, you're a natural at identifying the right analysis tools for the problem at hand. Not only do you create innovative solutions, you talk about solutions in ways that get others excited about the power of GIS technology. Join an account team and advise customers on their most complex business challenges. Leverage your problem-solving skills to demonstrate the value of GIS and how it finds unique patterns, trends, and understanding.

At Esri, we are committed to our customers and their success. It is a place for you to do your best work and partner with our customers amid a supportive culture that encourages creativity, collaboration, and passion.

Responsibilities

  • Build relationships. Present, demonstrate, and support selling Esri software and solutions as part of the account team. Support your team as you help plan and execute sales strategies.
  • Be an expert. Become a subject matter expert of the AEC industry well as a technical expert of ArcGIS. Speak confidently with customers about Esri technologies and thoroughly communicate the Esri message. Be a visionary for your customers anticipating their needs and the technology trends that may impact them.
  • Solve problems. Proactively craft and propose solutions that clarify how GIS brings business value to our customers by addressing the critical challenges they face. Define and deliver strategies to customers that align Esri technology with their business.
  • Tell our story. Present technical demonstrations of proposed solutions to customers. Successfully design presentations for technical and non-technical customers. Provide best practices related to the use, deployment, and administration of Esri technology. Present at conferences and trade shows.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience with Esri technology creating maps, performing spatial analysis, and configuring web applications
  • 1+ years of experience working with or in the AEC industry
  • Understanding of ArcGIS from an IT context (such as hardware, storage, security, networking, web services, virtualization, cloud computing)
  • Experience in technical consulting and conceptual solution design as well as an understanding of sales and business development processes
  • Experience with geodatabases and underlying DBMS technology
  • Knowledge of cloud computing concepts and environments (Microsoft Azure or AWS)
  • Remarkable presentation, interpersonal, and listening skills
  • Ability to travel domestically or internationally 25-50%
  • Bachelor's degree in geography, computer science, or a related field
  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S

Recommended Qualifications

  • Ability to troubleshoot client issues related to Esri application deployment and system architecture
  • Experience integrating software solutions with other business systems including data warehousing, BI, CRM, ERP, and analytics platforms
  • Experience incorporating real-time information streams with existing GIS data and IT infrastructure
  • Basic understanding of artificial intelligence/machine learning concepts
  • Programming and scripting experience with languages such as Python and JavaScript
  • Master's degree in geography, computer science, or a related field
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure or AWS cloud platforms, or equivalent
  • Experience with Autodesk software
  • Strong understanding of 3D geospatial problems
  • Working knowledge of the AEC and commercial industries at the business and strategy level

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Our passion for improving quality of life through geography is at the heart of everything we do. Esri's geographic information system (GIS) technology inspires and enables governments, universities, and businesses worldwide to save money, lives, and our environment through a deeper understanding of the changing world around them.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Redlands, CA, US

Year founded

1969

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