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CACI International, Inc.

Senior Data Scientist

Denver, CO · On-site

$82K - $172K/yr

Work at the intersection of data science and geospatial intelligence, turning large, complex datasets into decision advantage. * Collaborate directly with analysts and mission users to shape analytic ...

Cushman & Wakefield

Junior Data Scientist

Denver, CO

This position will report to the Head of Data Science and Geospatial Analytics. The ideal candidate is a practitioner who thinks first like an economist, real estate analyst, or quantitative urban ...

Cushman & Wakefield

Junior Data Scientist

Denver, CO

This position will report to the Head of Data Science and Geospatial Analytics. The ideal candidate is a practitioner who thinks first like an economist, real estate analyst, or quantitative urban ...

Cushman & Wakefield

Junior Data Scientist

Denver, CO

This position will report to the Head of Data Science and Geospatial Analytics. The ideal candidate is a practitioner who thinks first like an economist, real estate analyst, or quantitative urban ...

Cushman & Wakefield

Junior Data Scientist

Denver, CO

This position will report to the Head of Data Science and Geospatial Analytics. The ideal candidate is a practitioner who thinks first like an economist, real estate analyst, or quantitative urban ...

CACi

Data Scientist - Mid

Denver, CO

$69K - $141K/yr

Apply data science and analytics to real mission problems for the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). * Join a collaborative team turning large, complex geospatial datasets into insights ...

CACI International, Inc.

Data Scientist - Mid

Denver, CO · On-site

$69K - $141K/yr

Apply data science and analytics to real mission problems for the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). * Join a collaborative team turning large, complex geospatial datasets into insights ...

Maxar

Senior Algorithm Engineer

Westminster, CO · On-site +1

$124K - $165K/yr

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Remote Sensing, Geospatial Sciences, or a related technical field. * Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry ...

McMillen, Inc.

GIS Specialist

Denver, CO

$50K/yr

In this role, you'll support scientific and engineering initiatives through cartography, geospatial analysis, data visualization, and spatial data management. Initially, your primary focus will be ...

McMillen, Inc.

GIS Specialist

Denver, CO · On-site

$50K - $95K/yr

In this role, you'll support scientific and engineering initiatives through cartography, geospatial analysis, data visualization, and spatial data management. Initially, your primary focus will be ...

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How much do geospatial science jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for geospatial science in Colorado is $81,340.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,200.00 and $86,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Geospatial Science job?

A Geospatial Science job involves collecting, analyzing, and interpreting spatial data to understand geographic patterns and relationships. Professionals in this field use technologies like GIS (Geographic Information Systems), remote sensing, and GPS to support decision-making in areas such as urban planning, environmental management, and disaster response. Roles may include GIS analysts, cartographers, surveyors, or remote sensing specialists. These jobs are found in industries like government, agriculture, transportation, and defense. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in geospatial software are essential for success in this field.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in Geospatial Science?

Professionals in Geospatial Science typically spend their days collecting, analyzing, and interpreting spatial data using GIS and remote sensing technologies. Responsibilities often include creating digital maps, conducting spatial modeling, managing geospatial databases, and supporting environmental or urban planning projects. Collaboration with engineers, surveyors, and project managers is common, as is the need to present findings to stakeholders through reports or visualizations. The role offers a dynamic mix of independent technical work and teamwork, making it ideal for those who enjoy both in-depth analysis and collaborative problem-solving.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Geospatial Science position, and why are they important?

To succeed in Geospatial Science, you need strong analytical skills, a background in geography or environmental science, and proficiency in spatial data analysis. Familiarity with GIS software (like ArcGIS or QGIS), remote sensing tools, and certifications such as GISP or Esri Technical Certification are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you work with interdisciplinary teams and convey complex spatial information. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate data interpretation and impactful decision-making in projects involving mapping, planning, or resource management.

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Infographic showing various Geospatial Science job openings in Colorado as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, and 26% Part Time. Highlights an 90% In-person, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,340 per year, or $39.1 per hour.
GIS Developer, DevOps, Geospatial Scripting & Application Support Opportunities

GIS Developer, DevOps, Geospatial Scripting & Application Support Opportunities

Xentity Corporation

Golden, CO • On-site

$105K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Start Date:
Anticipated and upcoming opportunities; start dates vary based on contract award, onboarding, and client need
Job Type:
Full-Time
Labor Category:
DND- GIS Developer, GIS DevOps Specialist, Geospatial Application Developer, Geospatial Scripting and Programming Specialist, or related mid-to-senior technical labor category
Location:
Work arrangements vary by opportunity and may include remote, hybrid, telework-approved, or on-site support depending on contract requirements
Salary Range:
105K-140K
Xentity seeks multiple roles for mid and senior GIS professionals for anticipated opportunities supporting federal programs which include the following:
  • GIS Developers
  • GIS DevOps Specialists
  • Geospatial Application Developers

Responsibilities will include geospatial application development, full-stack GIS application operations and maintenance, web GIS tools, scripting, automation, data migration, APIs, enterprise GIS platforms, custom applications, testing, documentation, and technical user support.
Position Scope
  • Design, develop, configure, maintain, and support web-based geospatial applications, tools, widgets, scripts, and workflows
  • Support GIS application development, DevOps, operations and maintenance, system troubleshooting, bug fixes, releases, testing, and technical documentation
  • Develop or maintain geospatial tools, scripts, add-ins, data migration processes, ETL workflows, REST services, APIs, or automation routines
  • Support ArcGIS Enterprise, Portal, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online, enterprise geodatabases, web services, and related enterprise GIS platforms
  • Provide program support for specialized cultural resources, natural resources, land management and monitoring, through the use and application of enterprise geospatial data
  • Develop, maintain, and deploy tools, apps, via Python, Esri SDK's, scripts, automated testing, documentation, and technical user support
  • Work with data managers, GIS specialists, developers, systems administrators, program representatives, and technical stakeholders to interpret requirements and deliver geospatial solutions
  • Provide support for database schemas, data models, SQL queries, geospatial databases, data migration, and system integration activities
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, test plans, release notes, user guides, training materials, workflow diagrams, and system documentation
  • Provide end-user support, demos to stake holders, troubleshooting, and technical guidance for geospatial applications and tools
  • Perform application testing, regression testing, version control, support deployment activities, and track issues for resolution
  • Periodic travel and occasional off-hours support for releases, deployments, or system maintenance Some roles may be required

Experience
  • 5+ minimum years of experience in GIS development, geospatial application support, GIS DevOps, scripting, automation, enterprise GIS, or related technical geospatial support
  • Bachelor's degree minimum education in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Data Management, or related equivalent experience
  • Experience with the development, maintenance, and support of geospatial applications, web GIS tools, enterprise GIS environments, and geospatial automation workflows is required
  • Demonstrated support working with technical and non-technical users as well as cross-functional project teams preferred

Required Requirements
  • Professional experience with ESRI ArcGIS software and enterprise GIS platforms, such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Server, Portal for ArcGIS, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS API for JavaScript, or ArcGIS API for Python
  • Experience developing, configuring, supporting, or maintaining web-based geospatial applications, tools, scripts, services, or automation workflows
  • Experience with one or more development or scripting technologies such as Python, JavaScript, .NET, ASP.NET, HTML, CSS, SQL, Java, XML, FME, ArcPy, or server-side scripting
  • Experience with enterprise geodatabases, SQL Server, ArcSDE, database schemas, data migration, ETL, or geospatial data modeling
  • Experience with web services, APIs, REST endpoints, geoprocessing services, map services, feature services, or image services
  • Experience troubleshooting technical issues, testing applications, documenting bugs, supporting releases, and maintaining technical documentation
  • Ability to communicate highly technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States and meet applicable government contract eligibility requirements
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. resident, as required by applicable contract requirements
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a position of Public Trust clearance or other required federal suitability/background access requirement
  • Must be a US Citizen able to work within the continental United States
  • Some opportunities may require periodic travel or occasional off-hours deployment/release support

Preferred Requirements:
  • Experience with GIS DevOps, application operations and maintenance, system troubleshooting, release support, regression testing, or version control
  • Experience with SOE/SOI development, custom REST endpoints, middleware, custom widgets, add-ins, configurable apps, or full-stack GIS solutions
  • Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise deployments, Portal administration, ArcGIS Server services, Web Adaptor, enterprise geodatabase environments, or cloud/enterprise GIS infrastructure
  • Experience with Survey123, Field Maps, Collector, mobile GIS workflows, offline/disconnected workflows, or field data collection applications
  • Experience with JIRA, IT ticketing systems, Agile workflows, user stories, requirements tracking, or technical project documentation
  • Experience building dashboards, web maps, web applications, tutorials, user guides, training materials, or live demos
  • Experience supporting specialized cultural resource, environmental, natural resource, land management, monitoring, public land, or enterprise geospatial database systems
  • Experience supporting natural resource, land management, environmental, rangeland, recreation, public land, or federal geospatial programs

Job Goal:
First 30 days
  • Complete onboarding, access, training, and technical environment setup
  • Review assigned systems, code bases, scripts, databases, architecture, documentation, and project requirements
  • Begin supporting development, scripting, troubleshooting, testing, or application support tasks
  • Establish communication cadence with project team, technical leads, and stakeholders

First 60 days
  • Support assigned application development, scripting, DevOps, data migration, testing, or technical documentation work
  • Review and document technical issues, system requirements, user stories, bugs, enhancements, and support needs
  • Assist with releases, troubleshooting, application support, user demos, or system maintenance activities
  • Begin producing assigned technical deliverables with limited guidance

First 90 days
  • Independently support assigned GIS development, scripting, application support, DevOps, or automation tasks
  • Contribute to system improvements, documentation, bug fixes, test plans, workflows, and user support materials
  • Communicate risks, blockers, technical recommendations, and progress to the project team
  • Support deployment, data migration, application maintenance, or enterprise GIS solution activities as needed

First Year Job Goal
  • Provide reliable GIS development, DevOps, scripting, automation, and application support across assigned contract opportunities
  • Improve geospatial application performance, usability, documentation, testing, and support outcomes
  • Deliver accurate, maintainable, and well-documented geospatial tools, scripts, applications, services, and technical products
  • Support client mission needs through practical geospatial technology, automation, and enterprise GIS solutions

About Xentity
Xentity is a fast-growing data consulting and support services firm focused on supporting amazing impactful solutions in the geospatial, open, big, voice, and IoT world. Check out www.xentity.com to learn about our focus, services, clients, missions, values as well as our excellent benefits package and career information. We like to be on the wave of innovative data initiatives, programs and solutions for our clients. We hope you are too.
Our President has a vision to continue to focus on solutions that transform the Next Generation. Using data integration, knowledge solutions, and amazing increases in computing to impact energy, geosciences, and land management, we bring quality and simplifications to existing and new data flow! Imagine being on a team that brings advanced concepts like high performance computing, AI, data science, fuzzy logic, changing interfaces, human-computer points, mobile or augmented reality and many more disruptions. This truly can put the I back in IT and GIS through concentrating on pragmatic knowledge first data designs, leadership and management, and the all too forgotten focus on outreach and engagement strategies and solutions.
Major Benefits
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
  • 401K and matching
  • Self-Managed Time Off
  • 11 Paid Holidays

Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and the level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description, or responsibilities as needed.

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