The Company
Versaterm is a global public safety solutions company helping agencies transform how they serve their communities. Since 1977, we’ve been building an ecosystem of intuitive tools designed for public safety agencies, forensic labs, court systems, schools and other institutions. Through purposeful integrations and a selective growth strategy, we focus on improving workflows to help our customers achieve more efficient operations, better service and more just outcomes.
Our teams are driven by innovation, expertise and an unwavering commitment to customer success. As we continue to grow and expand our ecosystem, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to solutions that enhance community safety and transform the future of public safety technology. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
The Software Engineer II – GIS is an intermediate -level developer responsible for building and enhancing GIS applications that improve situational awareness and operational support for public safety agencies. This role emphasizes hands -on development with Esri toolsets (ArcGIS Enterpris e,ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Runtime, etc.) and open -source technologies such as PostGIS. The position requires software engineering skills to deliver scalable GIS solutions, contribute to enterprise GIS posture, and collaborate with cross -functional teams to ensure reliable, secure, and high -quality GIS services. This job posting is being used to fill an existing vacancy.
What You Do
GIS Application Development
- Build desktop, web, and mobile GIS solutions with C#, JavaScript, and modern frameworks.
- Create robust server -side GIS processing solutions, including spatial algorithms and custom geoprocessing tools.
- Develop RESTful services and APIs for spatial data access, automation, and system integration. Implement scalable solutions for handling large spatial datasets and real -time public safety data.
- Develop and maintain GIS applications using Esri toolsets such as ArcGIS Runtime SDKs, ArcGIS Enterprise, and ArcGIS Online.
Database Development & Management
- Design and optimize spatial databases using PostgreSQL/PostGIS to support analytical and
operational queries. - Develop and optimize complex spatial SQL queries, functions, and stored procedures.
- Implement routing solutions with PGRouting for network analysis and pathfinding in public
safety contexts. - Perform database performance tuning, schema design, indexing, and optimization of spatial operations.
GIS Configuration & Deployment
- Configure, customize, and maintain Esri server environments, map services, and feature
- Manage map publishing workflows, service optimization, and deployment pipelines.
- Implement security protocols, data governance, and access controls for sensitive public safety data.
Software Engineering Practices
- Write clean, efficient, and well -documented code with unit testing, integration testing, and
code reviews. - Collaborate with analysts, product owners, and public safety stakeholders to translate
requirements into technical solutions. - Work within agile or iterative development processes, ensuring code quality and scalability.
- Use version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows.
What You Bring
- 2–5 years of GIS software development experience.
- Strong working knowledge of Esri ArcGIS tools (ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Runtime SDKs).
- Proficiency with PostGIS, PostgreSQL, and advanced spatial SQL.
- Experience developing with C# and/or JavaScript APIs for GIS applications.
- Understanding of spatial data structures, geoprocessing workflows, and coordinate systems.
- Ability to integrate GIS with external systems via APIs and web services.
- Familiarity with public safety operational workflows and data requirements.
Due to the nature of our work with public safety agencies, this position requires compliance with the FBI's Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy. Candidates must successfully pass a comprehensive, fingerprint-based background check. Please note that specific customer contracts may impose additional security verification requirements. Obtaining and maintaining all required security clearances is a condition of employment. For more information on CJIS security requirements, please visit the FBI's CJIS Security Policy Resource Center.
Versaterm is committed to fair and equitable compensation that is competitive, consistent, and aligned with the value each role contributes to our organization. The starting salary for this position will be dependent upon many factors, such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience, education, training as well as internal equity, market data, and business needs. In addition to base salary and our comprehensive benefits offering, some roles may also be eligible for variable compensation such as incentive plans or discretionary performance bonuses.
Versaterm does not use AI in the recruitment process. All stages of recruitment decisions are lead by people, including our qualified acquisition team and our experienced hiring managers.
Versaterm is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and a barrier-free workplace. Accommodations are available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process and apply to the terms and conditions of employment. For more information, please contact [email protected].
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What We Do
Versaterm is changing the relationship between public safety agencies and their software providers. Everything we do originates from our focus on customer experience and outcomes. We are fueling the solutions of tomorrow, solving real problems while streamlining operations
