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# GIS Systems Architect (ArcGIS Enterprise)

- **Company:** The Technology
- **Location:** Detroit, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $156,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, ArcGIS (Software), ArcGIS Servers, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, System Configuration, Data Stores, Internet Information Services (IIS), Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle (Applications), Platform as a Service (PAAS), Reverse Proxy, Esri GIS (Software), Transport Layer Security
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6360a565627d16cd

## About the Role

* 10+ years of experience with Esri/ArcGIS software (Desktop and Server)
 * Strong knowledge of ArcGIS for Server, including installation, configuration, optimization, and all current service types
 * 5+ years of advanced expertise with MS SQL Server or Oracle for versioned enterprise geodatabases
 * Experience planning and managing a company or departmental GIS infrastructure
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise (Portal, Data Store) in cloud or hybrid environments
 * Utility, water/wastewater, or municipal experience
 * CityWorks experience, * Are you able to work onsite in Detroit, MI 48226?
 * Do you have 10+ years of Esri/ArcGIS experience, including ArcGIS for Server?
 * Do you have 5+ years with SQL Server or Oracle versioned geodatabases?

## Description

We're seeking a GIS Systems Architect to lead the design and implementation of an Enterprise GIS environment for a municipal water utility. You'll own the server architecture, plan migrations to SaaS or PaaS options, and serve as the technical lead for ArcGIS Server configuration., * Design and implement hardware and software configurations for Enterprise GIS, addressing system load, security, availability, and budget

 * Lead server-related migrations for SaaS and PaaS options, including feasibility write-ups
 * Serve as technical lead for ArcGIS Server configuration, including HTTP/SSL for GIS web viewers and server performance optimization
 * Manage reverse proxy rules in IIS/ARR
 * Work with client and utility staff to brainstorm solutions, document proposals, and assist with cost estimates
 * Communicate clearly with stakeholders of varying technical backgrounds
 * Report to the Chief Planning Officer, and collaborate with the Services and Solutions Managers