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Trainee Gis Software Developer Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

Wood Plc

GIS Analyst - FEMA

Baton Rouge, LA · Remote

Customize GIS workflow and software programs for data collection, engineering, and environmental applications #LI-Remote Skills / Qualifications Required: * 2 - 5 years of GIS project experience * BA ...

Beyond SOF

GIS Technicians

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Expertise and/or relevant experience in the following areas are mandatory: • ESRI, Safe Software ... Engineers, Data Architect and Analyst as required

H&H

Hydraulics and Hydrology Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Apply engineering principles to independently execute and coordinate design projects * Lead ... GIS software (preferred) * Project background with hydrologic/ hydraulic analysis, floodplain ...

Beyond SOF

GIS Configuration Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Expertise and/or relevant experience in the following areas are mandatory: • ESRIs Suite of Desktop and Enterprise Software o Usage and development of Desktop software (ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS ...

City of Aurora

Irrigation Specialist - Parks

Central, LA

$23.84 - $29.80/hr

Using GIS software and smart controllers helps save water while keeping the parks lush. Operating ... Assists in irrigation programming with central irrigation control using smart controllers to ...

Wood Plc

Water Resources Engineer - FEMA

Baton Rouge, LA · Remote

$75K - $103K/yr

Execute one-dimensional and two-dimensional flood risk modeling software applications such as HEC ... Execute established procedures, perform of routine calculations and process GIS data necessary to ...

Leidos

Distribution Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Develop work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready, and Street Light projects, using customer GIS ... Work management software and job estimating software. * CAD tools At Leidos, we pride ourselves on ...

CCI Systems, Inc.

OSP Design Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Proficient with pole loading analysis software (e.g., O-Calc Pro, Katapult, PoleForeman, Spidacalc ... Complete the design of OSP projects, aerial, buried, and underground using AutoCAD, Adobe, GIS, and ...

Halff

Senior Coastal Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$91K - $125K/yr

Proficiency in coastal engineering software and tools (e.g., Delft3D, ADCIRC, SWAN), as well as GIS applications for coastal analysis. * Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written communication ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee gis software developer in Baton Rouge, LA is $100,326.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,400.00 and $108,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Gis Software Developer vs Junior GIS Analyst?

AspectTrainee Gis Software DeveloperJunior GIS Analyst
Required CredentialsBasic degree in GIS, Computer Science, or related fieldDegree in Geography, GIS, or related discipline
Work EnvironmentSoftware development teams, coding, testingData analysis, mapping, spatial data management
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, GIS service providers, government agenciesEnvironmental agencies, urban planning, utilities

The Trainee Gis Software Developer focuses on learning and developing GIS software applications through coding and programming, while the Junior GIS Analyst primarily handles spatial data analysis and mapping tasks. Both roles often require similar educational backgrounds but differ in daily responsibilities and skill sets. The developer role emphasizes software skills, whereas the analyst role centers on data interpretation and visualization.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Gis Software Developer job openings in Baton Rouge, LA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% Internship, 66% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 86% In-person, 7% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,326 per year, or $48.2 per hour.

GIS Analyst - FEMA

Wood Plc

Baton Rouge, LA • Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions is currently seeking GIS Analysts to perform flood risk analysis, mapping, and related services on Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Northeast U.S. regions.  

This role has the potential to work remotely from any location in the US.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform GIS database development, qualitative/quantitative analysis, and mapping as a member of a local and regional water resources team (primarily flood risk analysis and mapping)
  • Compile, manipulate, and refine geographic data from a variety of sources including hydraulic models, field collection, satellite/aerial imagery, public domain data, and existing maps
  • Produce detailed, high-quality cartographic products (digital and hardcopy) and accompanying reports in accordance with technical guidelines and client needs
  • Communicate with project team members and other stakeholders to define data needs, project requirements, and desired outputs
  • Compile, manipulate, and refine geographic data from a variety of sources including public domain, field collection, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps
  • Perform regular quality control checks of spatial and non-spatial datasets to ensure data integrity
  • Collaborate with team members on project tasks related to GIS, database design and management, and data visualization
  • Customize GIS workflow and software programs for data collection, engineering, and environmental applications

#LI-Remote

Skills / Qualifications

Required:

  • 2 - 5 years of GIS project experience
  • BA/BS in GIS, Geography or related field
  • Understanding of cartography and cartographic principles
  • Proficiency using ESRI ArcGIS software (Pro, Desktop, and/or Online)
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Office
  • Experience in producing high-quality digital and hardcopy maps and project graphics
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to understand and carefully follow both written and oral guidance/instructions
  • Resourceful and self-motivated

Preferred:

  • Experience with FEMA's Risk MAP and National Flood Insurance Program (strongly preferred)
  • Experience with hazard mitigation
  • Customization of GIS software using Python
  • Basic proficiency in other scripting/programming languages a plus
Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Employment Type: OTHER

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