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(Remote)MUST HAVE ARCGIS EXPERIENCECompany Information:NexGen Technologies, Inc. is a leading IT services firm specializing in delivering innovative, high-quality solutions to our federal government clients. Our core competencies include IT professional support services, software development, cloud services, IT Operations, Agile project management, and GIS services.Job Summary:NexGen Technologies, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced GIS Full-Stack Developer to support the development and modernization of mission-critical web applications for the Client. This individual will be responsible for the full software development lifecycle, from design and architecture to coding, testing, and deployment, within a geospatially driven, cloud-based enterprise environment. This role will focus heavily on integrating GIS and non-GIS data sources into scalable, secure applications used across the agency’s national programs. This position is part of a larger effort to improve the Client EGIS platforms and boost location-based services using modern development methods, DevSecOps, and Agile practices.Supervisory Responsibilities:• There are no supervisory responsibilities.Essential Duties and Responsibilities (as assigned):• Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end web applications integrating GIS and non-GIS data, using RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines, perform unit and integration testing, and automate software builds and deployments using Git-based version control.• Work with ESRI technologies (ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro) and open-source mapping tools (Mapbox, Carto, Atlas) to enable location-based visualizations.• Develop, secure, and deploy serverless and container-based solutions using Docker, Kubernetes, MECM, and/ or Intune (for both Windows and Mac platforms).• Ensure compliance with DevSecOps and CISA security principles, including secure coding standards and vulnerability mitigation.• Collaborate with system engineers, product managers, and stakeholder teams to define system architecture and ensure solution alignment with business goals.• Author and maintain detailed technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, API specifications, and user guides.• Provide technical mentoring to junior developers and ensure codebase quality through peer reviews, coding standards, and Agile best practices.• Other duties may be assigned.Technical Skills:• Minimum 6–8 years of professional full-stack software development experience, with at least 3 years in enterprise-level applications integrating geospatial data.• Advanced proficiency in front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue, as well as HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design.• Deep expertise in back-end technologies including Node.js, Python, and .NET Core.• Extensive experience with SQL, NoSQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Enterprise Geodatabases.• Proven ability to build and consume RESTful APIs, with a deep understanding of microservices and serverless architectures.• Strong experience with ESRI APIs and SDKs, including ArcGIS REST API, ArcGIS Online API, ArcPy, and ArcGIS Pro SDK.• Familiarity with automated testing tools (e.g., Apache JMeter, Selenium), code linting, static analysis, and performance profiling.• Skilled in collaborative development and pipeline orchestration (e.g., Azure DevOps).• Working knowledge of security practices for web and mobile applications, including OWASP guidelines and FIPS-compliant encryption.Desired Skills:• Passion for continuous learning, staying up to date on emerging technologies such as AI/ML, GIS-based analytics, and cloud-native design patterns.Additional Requirements:• High attention to detail and commitment to code quality, system documentation, and secure application lifecycle management.• Demonstrated leadership in delivering secure, high-performing web applications in federal or large-scale environments.• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe) and experience working in fast-paced, iterative development cycles.• Clear communicator with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.• US Citizenship, or legal permanent residence, or US work authorization with minimum 3 years of continuous US presence is required due to federal contract requirements.• The successful candidate will also be able to pass background screening prior to employment.• Must be able to work core hours of 8:00 AM–4:00 PM MT, with occasional off-hours support during patching or outages.• Must maintain information security training compliance and protect privileged government information.Education:• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Geographic Information Systems, or a related discipline.Certifications (Preferred but Not Mandatory):• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate or Solutions Architect Expert• ESRI Developer Certification (Web APIs or ArcGIS Enterprise Administration)• CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or equivalent• Certified Scrum Developer (CSD) or SAFe Agile PractitionerSecurity Clearance:• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Tier 2 Medium Background Investigation (MBI). A favorable fingerprint check is required prior to contract start.Physical Requirements:• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.• Must be able to consistently use a keyboard, mouse, computer, and other office productivity tools.• Must be able to speak and hear using online meeting tools such as Zoom and Teams and be comfortable on and off camera for videoconferencing calls.• For remote positions, a minimum standard internet speed for optimal performance of 50 x 25 (50 mbps download x 25 mbps upload) is required.• For remote positions, a dedicated workspace, free from ongoing interruptions, is required to protect sensitive but unclassified federal information.Compensation: $80,000-110,000 per year(The successful candidate's starting pay will fall within the salary range provided and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions.)NexGen Technologies, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer.(Last Revision: 2025-07-30)

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