Applications Architect

Architect and implement ArcGIS-based geospatial solutions for healthcare mapping and analytics Define and enforce governance frameworks, metadata standards, and data quality protocols Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure effective data sharing Manage GIS datasets including demographic, socioeconomic, and health-related data Mentor GIS analysts and developers on spatial analysis and visualization best practices Present dashboards, reports, and interactive maps to leadership and stakeholders Required Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Public Health, or related field 7+ years in GIS, including 3+ years in a lead/architect role Expert-level proficiency in Esri ArcGIS (ArcGIS Pro Advanced, network analyst, geocoding, web mapping) Strong experience in geospatial governance and stakeholder engagement Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently Excellent communication and technical writing skills Preferred Skills 5+ years with SQL Server Enterprise Geodatabases 5+ years with Python and SQL scripting Familiarity with Medicaid, public health, or social services datasets GIS certifications (Esri, GISP) Experience with Snowflake, GeoAI, LLMs, and custom web-based GIS tools Agile/Scrum development lifecycle experience Job Type: Contract Pay: $70.00 - $80.00 per hour Experience: GIS: 8 years (Required) Metadata: 8 years (Required) Python: 8 years (Required) Location: Austin, TX (Required) Work Location: On the road