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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # GIS subject matter expert - **Company:** Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. - **Location:** Olympia, United States - **Salary:** $79,248.0 - $130,728.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Geographic Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Business Analytics Applications, ArcGIS (Software), Microsoft Azure, Business Systems, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Databases, System Configuration, Data Warehousing, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Software Deployment, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, Web Applications, Web Services, Esri GIS (Software), Information Technology - **Published:** July 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/8fd9bfb6-daf5-4d00-b4ec-aa840c769b29 ## About the Role 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., * 2+ years of experience with Esri technology creating maps, performing spatial analysis, and configuring web applications * 1+ years of experience working in or supporting state or local government * 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 ## Description * 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 state and local government as 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. 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