We are seeking an experienced ArcGIS Enterprise Solutions Architect with 5–7 years of experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise geospatial systems. This role is responsible for architecting scalable, secure, and high-performing ArcGIS Enterprise environments, developing and guiding enterprise GIS strategies, and integrating geospatial capabilities into broader organizational IT and business workflows. This position will also participate in establishing geospatial governance frameworks, including defining Enterprise vs. AGOL hosting recommendations, metadata standards, and archiving timeframes.
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors are our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement ArcGIS Enterprise architectures, including Portal for ArcGIS, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Data Store, and Enterprise Geodatabases
- Develop system architecture diagrams and deployment strategies for cloud and on-prem environments
- Configure and manage ArcGIS Enterprise environments to meet performance, scalability, and security requirements
- Integrate ArcGIS platforms with enterprise systems
- Support deployment automation and DevOps practices for geospatial systems
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams and junior staff
- Perform system performance tuning, monitoring, and troubleshooting
- Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Ensure QA/QC and adherence to enterprise GIS standards and best practices
- Establish and implement GIS governance frameworks, including roles, policies, and decision-making structures
- Develop and maintain policies for data access, sharing, security, and metadata management
- Support the alignment of GIS initiatives with organizational priorities and strategy
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- 5–7 years of experience in GIS with a focus on enterprise systems
- Strong experience with ArcGIS Enterprise (Portal, Server, Data Store, and Enterprise Geodatabases)
- Experience with ArcGIS Online and hybrid deployments
- Experience with cloud platforms (Azure)
- Experience with security protocols and identity management (AD, SSO)
- Experience with databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL)
- Knowledge of web services (REST, APIs) and system integration
- Strong understanding of system architecture and infrastructure design
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with scripting/automation (Python, PowerShell)
- Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Experience supporting utilities, infrastructure, or government clients
Key Competencies
- Systems thinking and architecture design
- Problem-solving, troubleshooting, and issue resolution
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to lead technical teams and mentor staff
*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.
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Salary RangeThe projected range for this position is $101,000-$130,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 5-7 years of GIS experience focused on enterprise systems
- Strong experience with ArcGIS Enterprise, including Portal, Server, Data Store, and Enterprise Geodatabases
- Experience with ArcGIS Online and hybrid deployments
- Experience with Microsoft Azure
- Experience with security protocols and identity management, including Active Directory and SSO
- Experience with SQL Server and PostgreSQL databases
- Knowledge of web services, REST APIs, and system integration
- Strong understanding of system architecture and infrastructure design
- Familiarity with Python or PowerShell scripting and automation
- Experience with Docker or Kubernetes containerization
- Experience supporting utilities, infrastructure, or government clients
Dewberry Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness programs, an Employee Assistance Program, and options for flexible or remote schedules are described as supporting day-to-day wellbeing and work-life balance. Tuition reimbursement and wellness resources contribute to a stable, well-rounded package beyond core pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick leave, flexible leave, and shared leave offerings are presented as part of a comprehensive package. Time away is portrayed as accessible and practical for many employees.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage is broadly available and regarded as reasonable baseline coverage for a mid-sized professional-services employer. Access to standard health plans provides dependable core protection even as details vary by location.
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What We Do
Dewberry is a family-owned, nationwide architecture, engineering, planning, design, and construction services firm serving public- and private-sector clients. The company develops responsible, innovative solutions for natural and built environments, supporting federal agencies, state and local authorities, private developers, and other asset owners and operators. Its work is focused on improving communities through client-centered professional services and infrastructure-related projects across the United States.
