Overview
A Technical Consultant will work directly with customers to support and implement ArcGIS enterprise systems through integrated support and premium support activities. A Technical Consultant will work closely with enterprise customers to establish technical solutions, provide ongoing support, and help customers maximize their investment in GIS technology. This role focuses on technical troubleshooting, system administration, and customer success through hands-on enterprise system support. The position requires strong customer-facing skills and the ability to learn quickly while supporting complex enterprise implementations.
Join a team that is dedicated to fulfilling deep technical missions and providing tailored solutions that enhance customer experience and drive long term success across diverse industries and customer environments.
The Professional Services division is the consulting and implementation arm of Esri. We break ground in new markets, push the technology envelope and ultimately deliver transformational solutions to high profile clients worldwide. The Professional Services organization is comprised of nearly 1,000 talented business and technical professionals who strive every day to help our users be successful.
Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Redlands, CA area for this position.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical support and guidance for ArcGIS Enterprise implementations and ongoing system administration for strategic customers. Support integrated support and premium support programs by troubleshooting complex technical issues and providing customer-facing technical consultation
- Work directly with enterprise geodatabases, including configuration, optimization, and troubleshooting across various database platforms
- Assist customers with ArcGIS Enterprise system requirements, design recommendations, and implementation best practices
- De-escalate technical support situations and translate complex technical concepts into clear, understandable solutions for customers
- Collaborate with internal technical teams and support organizations to resolve customer issues and improve service delivery
- Participate in customer onboarding activities and provide technical guidance during system setup and configuration
- Support Linux-based system administration tasks and provide foundational system-level support
- Learn and adapt quickly to new technologies and support methodologies as customer needs evolve
- Document technical solutions and contribute to knowledge base for team and customer benefit
- Act as a resource for colleagues and provide technical mentorship on enterprise system implementations
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional experience in GIS technical support, system administration, or technical consulting
- 3+ years of professional experience with ArcGIS Enterprise architecture, configuration, and administration
- Proven experience working with enterprise geodatabases and database administration concepts
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide customer-facing technical support
- Strong customer service and communication skills with ability to de-escalate challenging technical situations
- Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly and adapt to evolving customer requirements
- Experience supporting enterprise-level customers and understanding of enterprise IT environments
- US citizenship
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or related STEM field
Recommended Qualifications
- Foundational Linux system administration experience
- Previous experience in technical support organizations, particularly GIS or enterprise software support
- Python scripting experience for automation and system administration tasks
- Experience with cloud-based enterprise systems and hybrid deployments
- Background supporting federal, state, or local government customers
- Knowledge of system performance optimization and troubleshooting methodologies
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or related STEM field
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Total Rewards
Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
The Company
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.
If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
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Skills Required
- 5+ years of professional experience in GIS technical support, system administration, or technical consulting
- 3+ years of professional experience with ArcGIS Enterprise architecture, configuration, and administration
- Proven experience working with enterprise geodatabases and database administration concepts
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide customer-facing technical support
- Strong customer service and communication skills with ability to de-escalate challenging technical situations
- Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly and adapt to evolving customer requirements
- Experience supporting enterprise-level customers and understanding of enterprise IT environments
- US citizenship
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or related STEM field
- Foundational Linux system administration experience
- Previous experience in technical support organizations, particularly GIS or enterprise software support
- Python scripting experience for automation and system administration tasks
- Experience with cloud-based enterprise systems and hybrid deployments
- Background supporting federal, state, or local government customers
- Knowledge of system performance optimization and troubleshooting methodologies
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or related STEM field
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests health coverage is a standout, with full company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums frequently cited as uncommon and valuable. Comprehensive options, including mental health support and FSAs, reinforce confidence in core healthcare benefits.
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Affordable Benefits — Feedback suggests employer-paid premiums lower out-of-pocket costs, which many view as a meaningful offset to lower cash pay in some roles. This affordability underpins satisfaction with total compensation even when salaries are seen as moderate relative to tech hubs.
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests 401(k) matching and profit sharing are valued components that strengthen long-term financial security. These programs contribute to a perception of stability and a well-rounded total rewards package.
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What We Do
As a leading location intelligence platform provider (Forrester Wave 2020), Esri empowers leaders with innovative tools to help create sustainable prosperity. Esri's customers drive digital transformation by embracing the power of location. We pioneer problem solving with GIS to help you see what others can’t. We build ArcGIS, the world’s most powerful mapping & spatial analytics software. ArcGIS software and apps combine mapping and data analytics to deliver location intelligence and meet digital transformation needs for organizations of all sizes.
