Principal GIS and Data Visualization Engineer

Company Overview BlueSun Technologies is dedicated to transforming business insights into actionable intelligence. Our mission is to empower organizations by leveraging past experiences to navigate future challenges. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, we strive to provide tailored solutions that enhance operational efficiency. GIS & Website Developer (Contract, Remote) Start Date: January 6, 2025End Client: State of Mississippi – Office of Mississippi Physician Workforce (OMPW)Job Type: Full-Time Contract (12 Months)Location: Remote (U.S.-based candidates only)Pay Rate: $50–$60/hrInterview Mode: Webcam or In-Person About the Role We are seeking an experienced GIS & Website Developer to support statewide health workforce initiatives under Mississippi Code § 41-123-1 (2023). This role involves developing web-based GIS tools and visualizations that address physician shortages and improve healthcare access across Mississippi. Key Responsibilities Design interactive GIS maps to visualize physician workforce shortages and underserved regions. Develop and maintain a mobile-responsive, accessible website tailored to OMPW's mission. Create dynamic dashboards and data visualization tools using ArcGIS Enterprise and modern JavaScript frameworks. Implement custom reporting tools by region, specialty, and indicators. Lead the migration of existing websites and GIS applications to new hosting environments. Upgrade existing Mapper applications using ESRI JavaScript SDK and Calcite Design System (or similar). Convert and manage licensure and workforce datasets, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Coordinate with agency staff to align project outcomes with legislative goals. Support data infrastructure modernization, including use of data lakes, warehouses, and catalogs. Maintain documentation and adhere to project timelines and deliverables. Must-Have Skills (7+ Years Each) Advanced experience with ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise Proficiency in website development (frontend/backend) Expertise in data visualization and reporting tools Strong knowledge of Mississippi government operations and/or physician workforce planning Nice to Have Experience with public health or healthcare workforce analytics Familiarity with Calcite Design System and modern JavaScript frameworks Why Join Us? Fully remote with flexible hours Work on a mission-driven initiative impacting healthcare access in Mississippi Collaborate with state leaders and technical experts Opportunity to lead digital transformation efforts for government health programs Job Type: Contract Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Application Question(s): Do you have at least 7 years of experience do you have working with ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise? Are you familiar with physician workforce planning, healthcare analytics, or working with public health data? Have you ever migrated a GIS or web application to a new hosting environment? Please describe the process and tools you used. Do you have at least 7 years of hands-on experience working with ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise (not just basic ArcGIS)? Do you have 7 or more years of professional experience in front-end or full-stack website development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)? Have you designed or developed a mobile-responsive and ADA-accessible website for a government or public-facing initiative? Are you willing to undergo a detailed background check required by state government contracts? Describe a project where you migrated GIS services or map applications to ArcGIS Enterprise. What tools and workflows did you use? Do you consider yourself stronger in backend data engineering or in front-end GIS/web mapping development? Experience: Data visualization: 7 years (Required) GIS: 7 years (Required) Work Location: Remote