GIS Architect - Utility & Gas
- Techrique
1 Days Ago
60-70 per Hourly
NA
Los Alamitos-CA
10-12 Years
Required Skills: GIS Architect, Utility & Gas
Job Description
Job Title: GIS Architect – Utility & Gas
Location: Los Angeles, CA (must go to office 2 to 3 days every week)
Position Summary:
The GIS Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining GIS solutions tailored to the Utility and Gas sector. This role involves working with ESRI technologies, Utility Network models, and integrating GIS with other enterprise systems to support operational efficiency, data integrity, and strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
• Solution Architecture & Design:
• Develop and implement scalable GIS architectures using ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise and Utility Network.
• Define system interactions, interfaces, and integration points with other enterprise platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Lead the design of GIS infrastructure and data models to support utility operations.
• Implementation & Integration:
• Perform ArcGIS Enterprise installations, configurations, and upgrades.
• Integrate GIS systems with asset management, work order, and customer information systems.
• Ensure seamless data flow and system interoperability across platforms.
• Technical Leadership:
• Provide technical guidance to development teams and stakeholders.
• Lead workshops and requirements gathering sessions with business users.
• Advocate for GIS best practices, standards, and security protocols.
• Project Management & Support:
• Prepare architecture documentation, proposals, and technical reports.
• Support change management and user adoption strategies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex GIS system and data issues.
• Strategic Contributions:
• Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies in GIS.
• Contribute to long-term GIS strategy and planning aligned with business goals.
• Evaluate and recommend enhancements to improve system performance and user experience.
Qualifications:
• Education:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience:
• 5–10 years in GIS architecture roles, preferably in utility or energy sectors.
• Hands-on experience with ESRI ArcGIS Platform, Utility Network, and enterprise system integrations.
• Familiarity with electric, gas, water, or telecom operations.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and geospatial data modeling.
• Knowledge of RDBMS (MS SQL Server, Oracle, SAP HANA).
• Understanding of ITSM, SDLC, and IT governance principles.
• Certifications:
• ESRI Technical Certification or Certified GIS Professional (GISP) preferred.
Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
