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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Cloud GIS Architect - **Company:** Dewberry Engineers Incorporated - **Location:** Fairfax, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $112,000.0 - $144,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Application Performance Management, ArcGIS (Software), Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Storage, Configuration Management, Computer Programming, Computer Networks, Continuous Integration, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Disaster Recovery, File Systems, GIS Applications, R (Programming Language), Identity and Access Management, Information Lifecycle Management, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Metadata Standards, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, Quantum GIS (QGIS), Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, Virtual Machines, Web Services, Openapi, Enterprise Data Management, Data Processing, Scripting, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, Cloud Monitoring, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Data Management, Virtual Agents, Cloud Optimization, Api Gateway, Devsecops, Serverless Computing, Docker, Service Stack, Mobile Data - **Published:** July 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/87737406/1 ## About the Role We are looking for an experienced geospatial technology professional who enjoys staying hands-on with technology while solving complex modernization challenges. This position combines GIS architecture, cloud engineering, automation, and technical leadership to transform mission-critical geospatial platforms that support data collection, analysis, mapping, and decision-making., * Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field. * 10+ years of experience supporting enterprise GIS platforms, geospatial technologies, cloud environments, or software systems. * Demonstrated experience modernizing production applications, scripts, workflows, data-processing jobs, or automations from legacy virtual machines or server-based environments to containerized, serverless, or cloud-native architectures * Advanced AWS and/or Azure cloud architecture experience, including identity and access management, least-privilege design, account or subscription organization, networking concepts, production operations, security controls, cost management, backup/recovery, and compliance-oriented design. * Hands-on experience with container and orchestration technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, managed container services, container registries, and related CI/CD or deployment patterns. * Experience with object storage, managed file systems, lifecycle management, automated data-management policies, production storage optimization, and governance approaches for large geospatial datasets. * Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, enterprise GIS workflows, geodatabases, web services, dashboards, field/mobile data collection, and GIS interoperability with larger enterprise systems. * Strong programming and data engineering skills using Python, SQL, R, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Microsoft SQL Server, APIs, OpenAPI specifications, and cloud-based scripting/automation. * Experience designing engineering standards, DevSecOps processes, observability practices, security controls, disaster recovery practices, and documentation for production SaaS or enterprise software platforms. * Ability to produce clear technical documentation, architecture diagrams, migration plans, implementation reports, training materials, and executive-ready summaries for federal or enterprise stakeholders. * Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with client IT, geospatial SMEs, cloud/security teams, field or operational users, and project leadership. * Eligibility to support work requiring protection of proprietary, sensitive, or controlled information and comply with applicable client conduct, security, and background screening requirements. Desired Skills and Experience * AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate or equivalent cloud certification. * Experience architecting and operating production-grade SaaS platforms, especially GIS, AI-enabled, or workflow-automation systems. * Experience with Agentic AI, natural-language geoprocessing workflows, GenAI contextualization, or AI-enabled tools that make geospatial data more accessible to non-GIS users. * Experience with SOC 2-style controls, DevSecOps standards, OpenTelemetry, cloud monitoring, application performance monitoring, API gateways, identity services, or comparable technology stacks. * Experience supporting emergency management, public safety, logistics, infrastructure, natural resources, transportation, utilities, or other mission-critical operational environments. * Background in remote sensing, spatial statistics, ENVI, ERDAS Imagine, QGIS, TransCAD, environmental modeling, forestry, transportation, natural resources, land use/land cover change, or field data collection. * Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record and ability to pass a driving record background check. ## Description Assess legacy GIS applications, workflows, automations, and infrastructure and develop modernization strategies that improve scalability, reliability, and operational efficiency. * Assess, migrate, and optimize GIS workflows, automations, and applications from legacy virtual machine and EC2-based environments to cloud-native, containerized, and serverless platforms using Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS services. * Develop migration plans, validation approaches, technical documentation, and operational readiness materials that support successful implementation and long-term sustainability. * Collaborate with GIS, application development, cloud, cybersecurity, and IT teams to ensure modernized systems meet business, security, and operational requirements. Enterprise Data Management & Cloud Optimization (30%) * Evaluate enterprise geospatial storage environments and recommend solutions that improve performance, accessibility, governance, and cost efficiency. * Design and implement cloud-based storage strategies using technologies such as Amazon S3, FSx, lifecycle management policies, and automated data governance approaches. * Support enterprise geospatial data management practices including retention policies, metadata standards, data lifecycle management, and long-term operational planning. * Develop documentation, training materials, and operational guidance that support ongoing administration and maintenance. Cloud-Native Test & Development Environments (20%) * Design and deploy cloud-native development, test, and training environments that support software evaluation, integration testing, and continuous improvement initiatives. * Implement automation, infrastructure-as-code, and configuration management practices that maintain consistency between production and non-production environments. * Support environment provisioning, monitoring, maintenance, documentation, and operational readiness activities. Technical Leadership & Collaboration (10%) * Provide technical leadership and mentorship to project teams on cloud architecture, GIS modernization, DevSecOps practices, automation, and operational support. * Communicate technical concepts and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Contribute to technical planning, solution design, risk management, training, and client engagement activities. ## Related Videos - [40 Minutes to Build a Serverless COVID-19 REST and GraphQL APIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/208-40-minutes-to-build-a-serverless-covid-19-rest-and-graphql-apis) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [For the REST of us: API First and Conway’s Law](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1932-for-the-rest-of-us-api-first-and-conway-s-law) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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