GIS Developer

Written By Julie Kim

Motivf is looking for a Part-Time GIS Developer who’s passionate about building interactive web-based mapping solutions using open-source tools. This role will play a key part in shaping modern geospatial tools and applications that support data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain interactive geospatial web applications using Leaflet, React, and PostGIS.

  • Integrate spatial data with RESTful APIs and dynamic front-end frameworks.

  • Work with UX/UI designers and/or other developers to deliver responsive, accessible, and user-friendly map-based interfaces.

  • Develop and maintain efficient geospatial queries and perform spatial data analysis using PostGIS.

  • Optimize map performance and implement best practices for client-side and server-side rendering.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and implement business and user needs in geospatial applications.

  • Support data ingestion, cleaning, transformation, and visualization of spatial datasets.

Qualifications

Required:

  • 3+ years of professional experience in GIS or full-stack web development with geospatial components.

  • Strong proficiency in Leaflet, React, and PostGIS.

  • Experience working with spatial data formats (GeoJSON, shapefiles, raster data, etc.).

  • Familiarity with tools and libraries like Turf.js, Mapbox, or D3.js is a plus.

  • Understanding of coordinate systems, projections, and geospatial analysis techniques.

  • Proficiency in JavaScript, SQL, and related web technologies (HTML5/CSS3).

  • Ability to communicate complex geospatial concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • U.S. citizenship or work authorization required (must be eligible for government contracting work).

Preferred:

  • Familiarity with federal geospatial data sources.

  • Knowledge of cloud platforms and hosting geospatial services.

  • Background in human-centered design.

Julie Kim
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