GIS Developer

About Avolve:

Avolve is the global market leader in electronic plan review for local governments. We made the INC 5000 2025 list as one of the fastest‑growing private companies in the US, and our government expertise has been recognized for the second year in a row with our inclusion in Government Technology’s GovTech 100 list for both 2025 and 2026, a summary of 100 innovative companies making a significant contribution to the public sector.

At Avolve we digitalize the review and approval of plans for permit applications, for both citizen and commercial planning developments. This enables government jurisdictions to improve efficiency and processes, as well as optimizing the experience for both permit applicants and plan reviewers.

We have over 350 customers globally and are expanding fast, because we have a suite of best-in-class solutions that offer choice to cities, counties, municipalities, and states. We partner with some of the leading technology providers out there, including Microsoft, Google, and Esri – in fact, we are the only vendor that has Esri GIS functionality embedded in the plan review solution, which has earned us the Esri State and Local Government Specialty in recognition for our innovation.

It is an exciting time to join Avolve - we are expanding into new territories and have great vision for our technological solutions. As a team we take enormous pride in the quality of our work, and our people come to work because they enjoy being part of the Avolve family and helping our customers to create safe and thriving communities.

Position Summary:

Avolve is seeking a GIS Developer to design and build geospatial capabilities within our enterprise SaaS products. This role brings deep expertise in Esri platform technologies while working across the broader application stack, including web, backend services, databases, and cloud infrastructure.

As a key technical contributor to the product and engineering teams, the GIS Developer will develop mapping and spatial workflows, geospatial services, and data pipelines that power core product functionality. You’ll partner closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and user‑friendly spatial solutions that solve real customer business challenges. This role offers a strong balance of independent problem‑solving and collaborative, cross‑functional innovation, with opportunities to influence best practices and the evolution of our GIS capabilities.

Responsibilities:

The following list outlines key responsibilities and day-to-day activities associated with this role. While it’s not an exhaustive list, it should give you a strong sense of what to expect. Responsibilities may evolve over time based on team needs, individual strengths, and organizational priorities.

• Collaborate closely with development teams to integrate interactive mapping features into enterprise SaaS applications, delivering intuitive spatial solutions across multiple platforms

• Plans the development, enhancement, and support of GIS software, database, web applications, and interfaces.

• Develop software within the .NET framework and Angular alongside GIS products

• Provide technical expertise for desktop, server, and mobile applications

• Integrates applications with other enterprise systems and/or with the enterprise Service Oriented Architecture

• Serves as a key technical expert in developing Esri Enterprise, AGOL, Pro and mobile applications

• Serves as a technical advisor for updating and improving existing GIS applications in various business areas

• Serves as technical lead in directing other team members and ensuring products are delivered on time and on budget

• Assists in recognizing and developing skills and abilities of team members in order to assist professional growth

• Participate in and lead components of GIS projects, including defining project scope, timelines, and deliverables.

• Document technical specifications, system processes, data models, and operational procedures clearly and comprehensively.

• Managing geospatial data (including Big Data) using Python and/or PostgreSQL

• Integrate spatial and non-spatial data from diverse sources.

• Develop and implement data automation scripts and workflows (e.g., using Python, SQL) to improve efficiency in data processing and management.

Qualifications:

We recognize that no candidate will meet every single qualification listed below. If you’re excited about this role and believe you bring a strong combination of relevant skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building a team that reflects a variety of backgrounds and strengths.

• Bachelor's degree in geographic information science (GIS), Geography, Environmental Science, Computer Science, or related fields.

• 3+ years’ experience in ArcGIS development or custom geospatial software development utilizing open-source products.

• GIS development (AGOL, Enterprise)

• Database development (PostgreSQL/PostGIS, SQL Server, MongoDB)

• Web development (Vue.js, Node.js, Angular, JavaScript, HTML, CSS)

• API Development (C#, Java, or Python)

• Desktop experience (ArcGIS Pro)

Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary along with a generous and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

• Group Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance

• 401k

• Unlimited Vacation

• Paid Sick Leave & Holidays

Compensation:

Avolve is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. The exact base pay offered for this role will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's geography, qualifications, skills, and experience.

• $110,000 - $135,000

*This is a fully remote position that can be performed out of the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IN, MA, MI, MN, MT, NC, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI

Avolve is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting an inclusive environment. We’re driven by seeing our people succeed and grow, and we work to ensure everyone contributes to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, protected veteran status, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

We are committed to work with you to look for reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.