Geospatial Solution Architect

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Geospatial Solution Architect designing and delivering GIS solutions for Alberta’s Ministry of Technology & Innovation. Lead integration across enterprise applications, focusing on spatial data and AI-enabled operations.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and deliver integrated GIS solutions across enterprise applications, APIs, and data platforms
  • Develop full-stack custom geospatial applications and services where needed
  • Architect and implement spatial data flows, integrations, and pipelines across systems
  • Select and apply appropriate technologies based on solution needs
  • Produce clear, implementation-ready solution designs and technical documentation
  • Lead technical delivery, provide design oversight, and mentor team members
  • Implement secure, scalable, and reliable solution architectures
  • Build and maintain automated deployment pipelines and testing practices
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and contribute to platform and architectural evolution
  • Identify and remediate technical debt while ensuring continuity of service
  • AI is a key enabler in this role, practical experience applying AI is critical.

Requirements:

  • University graduation in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in geospatial platform architecture.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in software development & engineering.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in spatial data pipelines & integration.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in SDLC & DevOps automation.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in technical leadership & cross-team coordination.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in production support & service operations.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in security, reliability & disaster recovery.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in AI-enabled operations.
  • Experience building responsive, accessible spatial web applications.
  • Experience developing mobile or field spatial solutions.
  • Experience building AI-powered geospatial features.
  • Knowledge of ML-driven spatial analysis.
  • Solid understanding of responsible AI practices.
  • Experience in production-grade deployment and tuning of open-source geospatial tools.
  • Experience in enterprise spatial database administration and performance tuning.
  • Experience in producing technical documentation.
  • Experience in technology economics.
  • Experience in communicating technical concepts to diverse audiences. Certification (any of the following):
  • AI or Machine Learning certification.
  • Esri Technical Certification.
  • FME Certified Professional.
  • TOGAF 9 Foundation or Professional.
  • Certified Geographic Information Professional (GISP) or equivalent credential.

Benefits:

  • Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
  • Leadership and mentorship programs