Location: On-Site (Secure Federal Environment)
Salary: $135,000 – $145,000 + Full Benefits
Clearance: TS/SCI Eligible (Active / In-Scope Required)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen (Required)

Why This Role Matters

We are seeking a highly skilled GIS Application Developer to design and build advanced geospatial solutions supporting federal intelligence operations.

This is not a basic GIS role-you will be working at the intersection of:

Geospatial intelligence (GEOINT)
Custom application development
Enterprise GIS architecture

Your work will directly support real-world mission outcomes, enabling faster, smarter, and more accurate decision-making.

What You'll Be Doing

Designing and developing custom GIS applications within ArcGIS Enterprise
Building advanced web-based geospatial tools and dashboards
Automating workflows using Python and ArcGIS scripting
Integrating GIS platforms with enterprise systems via REST APIs
Developing custom widgets, tools, and extensions
Supporting ArcGIS Enterprise Portal administration and optimization
Troubleshooting complex geospatial and system integration issues
Collaborating with analysts, engineers, and mission stakeholders

Core Responsibilities

GIS Application Development

Develop custom applications using:
- ArcGIS API for JavaScript
- ArcGIS Enterprise SDK
Build user-focused tools for:
- Data visualization
- Spatial analysis
- Operational workflows

Automation & Backend Development

Use Python to:
- Automate Portal workflows
- Streamline data processing
- Enhance system performance

Enterprise Integration

Design and implement integrations using:
- REST APIs
- Enterprise data sources
Ensure seamless communication across systems

Portal Administration & Optimization

Manage and optimize ArcGIS Enterprise Portal
Maintain performance, scalability, and security

Troubleshooting & Innovation

Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues
Develop custom solutions and enhancements
Continuously improve system capabilities

Required Qualifications

Clearance & Eligibility

U.S. Citizen (Required)
Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
In-scope SSBI / T5 investigation
Enrolled in DoD Continuous Evaluation (CE/CV)
Meets DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) requirements

Experience

5-7 years supporting GIS applications within:
- Federal Government
- Intelligence Community
5+ years hands-on experience with:
- ESRI / ArcGIS platforms

Technical Skills

ArcGIS Enterprise Portal (Admin + Development)
Python (expert-level for automation and scripting)
ArcGIS API for JavaScript
REST API integration
Web development:
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
Version control (Git)

Advanced Capabilities

Custom tool and widget development
ArcGIS Enterprise SDK experience
Troubleshooting complex GIS and Portal issues

Education

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)

What Makes a Strong Candidate

Experience in GEOINT or intelligence environments
Ability to work independently in secure, mission-driven settings
Strong problem-solving and innovation mindset
Passion for geospatial technology and real-world impact

Summary

This is a high-impact, hands-on GIS development role supporting critical intelligence operations.

We are looking for a builder-someone who can design, develop, and deliver advanced geospatial solutions in a secure, high-stakes environment.

Benefits Overview

Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Medical, dental, and vision health insurance
Life insurance coverage
Short- and long-term disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting
Military leave
Training and professional development opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Employee wellness program
Commuter benefits
And more

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Fathom Management, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. All employment decisions-including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination-are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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