Skip to content
NEXTMOVEFDE careers · United States
General Dynamics Information Technology

Geospatial Systems Software Engineer, Senior

AI summary of the role

Lead the design and integration of advanced geospatial and intelligence platforms for DoD environments.

No longer in the current catalog. Last included 2026-09-09. Check the employer’s posting for availability.

What you’ll do

  • Architect, develop, and optimize enterprise-grade GIS applications and solutions.
  • Lead system integration efforts with geospatial databases (PostGIS/PostgreSQL), services (ArcGIS Enterprise, QGIS, GeoServer), and COTS tools (ENVI, RemoteView, Erdas Imagine, Skyline).
  • Oversee containerization strategies and deployment pipelines using Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift.
  • Architect and implement secure, interoperable geospatial services utilizing OGC standards (WMS, WFS, WMTS, WCS, OGC API – Features).

What you’ll bring

  • 10+ years of experience in systems administration, engineering, and integration supporting large-scale system sustainability.
  • 5+ years of related DoD, Military, or US Government experience.
  • Advanced experience with Python, JavaScript, C++, HTML, SQL, and C#.
  • Deep expertise in ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, GeoServer, and PostGIS/PostgreSQL.

Technologies

ArcGIS Enterprise · ArcGIS Pro · QGIS · GeoServer · PostGIS · PostgreSQL · Docker · Kubernetes · OpenShift · Python · JavaScript · C++

About General Dynamics Information Technology

Builds and runs mission IT, cyber, AI/cloud, C5ISR and health systems for U.S. government, defense and intelligence agencies.

Public · 5000+ people

Source and classification

Internal deployment & tooling · Evidence for this classification:

Software Engineer, you will lead the design and integration of advanced geospatial and intelligence platforms. Your work will translate operational and technical requirements into secure, scalable, and forward-looking architectures that align with Army modernization and convergence efforts. What You’ll Do: Architect, develop, and optimize enterprise-grade GIS applications and solutions. Provide technical leadership across the software development lifecycle — from requirements gathering and system design to implementation and delivery. Guide teams in Agile/Scrum environments, supporting DevSecOps best practices and CI/CD workflows. Oversee containerization strategies and deployment pipelines using Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift. Lead system integration efforts with geospatial databases (PostGIS/PostgreSQL), services (ArcGIS Enterprise, QGIS, GeoServer), and COTS tools (ENVI,
More from the job description

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Software Engineering Job Qualifications: Skills: CI/CD, Containerization, DevSecOps Certifications: None Experience: 10 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes Job Description: Lead the future of geospatial innovation. GDIT is your place to lead, innovate, and drive strategic change. We are seeking a Senior Geospatial Systems Software Engineer with proven experience delivering mission-critical integration for complex, multi-domain DoD environments. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of geospatial and intelligence system evolution — leading integration efforts, shaping architectural solutions, and mentoring technical teams. As a Senior Geospatial Systems Software Engineer, you will lead the design and integration of advanced geospatial and intelligence platforms. Your work will translate operational and technical requirements into secure, scalable, and forward-looking architectures that align with Army modernization and convergence efforts. What You’ll Do: Architect, develop, and optimize enterprise-grade GIS applications and solutions. Provide technical leadership across the software development lifecycle — from requirements gathering and system d [... source excerpt omitted ...] mance metrics. Conduct and lead peer reviews, QA/QC evaluations, code validation, and database design sessions. Act as a technical liaison with stakeholders, translating mission requirements into scalable geospatial solutions. Mentor junior and mid-level developers, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous learning. Stay current on emerging geospatial, AI, and cloud technologies to influence strategic decisions. Required Qualifications: Proven leadership in developing and managing enterprise GIS solutions in secure environments. Advanced experience with Python, JavaScript, C++, HTML, SQL, and C#. Deep expertise in ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, GeoServer, and PostGIS/ [... source excerpt omitted ...] n is $162,037 - $219,227. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: None Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA VA Springfield Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a comp

How jobs are selected

Employer postings · Data from · Sources