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Software Developer- Geospatial solution development

CGI

CGI

Software Engineering
Remote
USD 69,700-154,300 / year
Posted on Oct 2, 2025

Position Description:

CGI Federal is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Software Developer with geospatial solution development experience to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early or mid-career professional with a passion for geographic information systems (GIS) and software development. The Geospatial Solution Developer will contribute to the development, maintenance, and enhancement of geospatial applications and data infrastructure. You will work closely with experienced developers, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic and supportive environment.
The project team is based in our Fairfax, VA office; but remote candidates may be considered.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

Design, develop, and implement geospatial elements for a mission-focused solution using various programming languages and GIS technologies.
Develop and maintain web-based mapping applications and services.
Work with spatial databases (e.g., PostgresSQL, SQL Server Spatial, etc.) to store, query, and transform geospatial data from various sources.
Process, clean, and transform geospatial data from various sources.
Develop and maintain APIs for accessing geospatial data and functionalities.
Develop and maintain Angular-based web applications, focusing on GIS data visualization and interaction.
Implement geodesic math and spatial algorithms for accurate distance, area, and projection calculations.
Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving code quality and best practices.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
Stay up to date with the latest advancements in geospatial technologies and development methodologies.
Collaborate effectively with team members, including developers, analysts, and project managers.
Document development processes and technical specifications.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, geography, GIS, Geomatics, or a related field.
Strong foundational knowledge of GIS principles and concepts.
Solid understanding of map projections and datum transformations.
Proficient in Angular and Typescript.
Familiarity with web development technologies such as HTML and CSS.
Exposure to spatial databases such as PostgreSQL or SQL Server Spatial.
Experience with GIS software libraries such as Google Map Libraries, ArcGIS, QGIS, GeoPandas, Leaflet, or OpenLayers.
Understanding of geospatial data formats such as Shapefile, GeoJSON, or GeoTIFF.
Strong debugging and performance optimization skills for rendering complex map layers.
Proficient with version control and agile development practices.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies.

Desired qualifications / non-essential skills
Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Google Maps Libraries.
Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
Experience with RESTful API development.
Contributions to open-source geospatial projects.
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $69,700.00 - $154,300.00.
CGI Federals benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation including profit participation program
. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
. Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
. Matching contributions through 401(k) plan, and CGI share purchase plan
. Flexibility and paid accrued vacation leave, ranging from 10 to 20 days per year, based on job level, years of relevant prior experience, and years of service
. 80 hours of floating holiday leave per year to observe holidays that are important to you
. At least 80 consecutive hours of paid sick/safe leave (except where applicable state/local law requires more)
. Paid parental leave, ranging from 20 to 70 consecutive business days based on circumstances of leave and applicable laws
. Bereavement leave, ranging from 1 to 7 days per year based on relationship.
. Paid jury duty leave, up to time summoned
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well-being programs

For more detailed information about our benefits offerings visit https://www.cgi.com/us/en-us/careers/our-benefits.

Please note that the benefits listed above are subject to change based on the specific terms and conditions of the contract being supported.
CGI Federal anticipates accepting applications for this position through 2025-11-30.
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Skills:

  • AngularJS
  • Postgre SQL
  • Python

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.