Job Summary:
We’re seeking a GIS Product Owner who blends product leadership, business analysis, and geospatial development expertise. In this role, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, cloud-native GIS solutions that empower our business users and customers. Your technical background in GIS application development—especially with modern frameworks like ArcGIS JavaScript API, ArcGIS Experience Builder, and cloud-hosted services—will allow you to bridge the gap between business needs and technical execution.
Key Responsibilities
•Product Ownership & Strategy
o Define, prioritize, and own the product backlog for GIS web and mobile applications
o Translate business goals into clear, actionable user stories and acceptance criteria
o Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, balancing technical feasibility with business value
o Drive roadmap planning and release cycles in Agile/Scrum environments
o Define and measure KPIs to evaluate product success and user adoption
•Business Analysis & Communication
o Collaborate with operations, analytics, and field teams to understand use cases and pain points
o Document requirements through user interviews, workflows, and system analysis
o Present complex GIS concepts in a clear, business-friendly way
o Facilitate workshops and sprint demos to align stakeholders on goals and progress
Technical Acumen & GIS Development Insight
•Partner with GIS engineers to develop and support applications using:
o ArcGIS JavaScript API (v4.x)
o ArcGIS Experience Builder / Web AppBuilder
o REST APIs, GeoJSON, and Web Feature Services (WFS)
o Python, Node.js, and cloud-native geospatial tools
•Work within cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) to support scalable GIS infrastructure
•Ensure modern DevOps practices such as CI/CD pipelines, IaC (Terraform, CloudFormation), and containerized services (Docker, Kubernetes) are understood and supported from a product perspective
Required Qualifications
•5+ years in a GIS, product management, or business analyst role
•Hands-on experience with ArcGIS technology, especially web app development using the ArcGIS JavaScript API
•Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
•Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
•Experience working with cloud-native applications or microservices architecture
Preferred Skills
•Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise/Online administration
•Familiarity with modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular)
•Working knowledge of spatial databases (e.g., PostGIS, SQL Server Spatial)
•Familiarity with geospatial libraries like Turf.js, Mapbox GL JS, Deck.gl
•Product Owner certification (e.g., CSPO, SAFe PO/PM)
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $70.00 - $73.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Work Location: In person