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GIS Software Engineer

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Non-Supervisory Role

   Duties/Responsibilities:

  GAMA-1 Technologies, LLC seeks a highly experienced remote Senior Software GIS Engineer to join our team in support of the NWS Office of Water Prediction’s National Water Model (NWM). As a member of the NWM Team, they will help deploy the prototype NWM into operations. Once in operations, design and implement new systems and features, as well as modify and maintain existing systems for adaptation to business and/or technology changes. The senior software engineer works closely with management, development teams, technical delivery teams, and testers to ensure the successful design, development, and delivery of a technology-based solution for the NWM. They should have the ability to prioritize well, communicate clearly, have a consistent track record of delivery, and excellent software engineering skills. They must be able to work across multiple facets of the project while using strong analytic capabilities to create innovative solutions. 

  Required Skills/Abilities:

• Experience with ESRI or ArcGIS products

• Experience with cloud technology stack and RDBS (AWS, IaC, Kubernetes, Postgres, SQL, Oracle)

• Experience with C, C++, Python, and similar languages

• Experience working on a team using Agile development methodologies. 

• Knowledge of Geospatial and FIM (Flood inundation Mapping) services, implementing new and enhanced prediction capability in near real-time.

• Understanding of NWM (National Water Model) and its configurations:

• Understanding of RFCs (River Forecast Centers) - HEC-RAS (Hydrologic Engineering Center - River Analysis System)

• Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) Based Height Above Nearest Drainage (HAND) Capabilities

• Proficiency in the full software development life cycle

• Experience working on Unix platforms

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Experience with version control systems (GitHub, SVN, BitBucket, etc.) in a team environment

  Education and Experience:

• BS in Computer Science, Environmental Science, or other related technical discipline AND 8+ years of experience with large scale software development and operational maintenance. 

  Preferred Certifications:  

• Esri Enterprise GIS Certificate

• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

ABOUT GAMA-1

GAMA-1 is a rapidly growing technology business that is based in Greenbelt, Maryland. GAMA-1 Technologies provides strategic information assurance, information security, and business enterprise and networking solutions to the Federal Government. Our success is based on the utilization of industry and agency standards, establishment of standardized processes, and IT Services expertise. At GAMA-1, we believe employees should grow, achieve, and develop just as the company grows, achieves, and develops. GAMA-1 is committed to providing our employees with opportunities for career advancement throughout their employment. For more information, visit www.gama1tech.com

GAMA-1 offers a generous and competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision insurance (costs shared)

• 401k Retirement plan with up to 4% company match

• Employer Sponsored Life Insurance

• Employer Sponsored Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

• Voluntary Life Insurance, Basic Life and AD&D for employees and dependents

• Professional Development with tuition and training reimbursement

• Employee Recognition Program

• Identity Theft Insurance

• Pet Insurance

• Direct Deposit

• Employee Referral Program

• Metro/Parking/Transportation Subsidy

• Generous Paid Time Off program

• Paid Annual Holidays

• Telework Options for many positions

• Periodic Company Social Events

• Team-Building Events

GAMA-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), domestic violence victims, political orientation, status as a smoker or tobacco user, hairstyle, use of a service animal, education status, familial status, HIV/AIDS status, height, weight, reproductive healthcare decisions or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

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