GIS Developer with .NET API at Kforce Inc.
New York, NY 10017
About the Job
- Regularly evaluate the existing Data/API features to identify areas for enhancement
- Implement performance optimization strategies to ensure the Data/API operates efficiently
- Stay up to date with new technologies and industry best practices to incorporate in the Data/API
- Collaborate with different teams, such as front-end developers, database administrators, and product managers, to integrate Data/API components
- Ensure seamless communication and understanding across cross-functional teams to facilitate effective integration
- Assist in the planning and architectural decision-making processes
- Engage in building and managing technical solutions that align with organizational standards and processes
- Follow the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) protocols to deliver high-quality software
- Verify that both functional (what the system should do) and non-functional (how the system should perform) requirements are well-defined and understood
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for the software, including design specifications, test cases, and user guides
- Engage in peer code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards
- Validate that the design documentation and test coverage are adequate for the requirements and use-cases
- Oversee the implementation of new features and manage any changes to existing functionalities
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- 5-10 years of API development experience (depending on programmer level)
- Any kind of GIS/mapping data experience; Google Maps, ESRI, ArcGIS, Geospatial, etc.
- Extensive knowledge of .NET and Web UI/JavaScript Frameworks
- Possess strong database development skills within SQL (SQL Server)
- Possess knowledge and experience with integration architecture patterns, standards, frameworks, or tools
- The position requires practical experience in designing and implementing security protocols and patterns to ensure robust protection of systems and data
- Solid understanding and hands-on experience in designing, implementing, deploying, and maintaining public facing, high performing and scalable enterprise web services and APIs
- Strong knowledge/experience is required in SOA, WCF, Web Services (SOAP, REST, XML, JSON) and various transport and security protocols
- Possess work experience with application development tools (e.g., GIT, Visual Studio, Azure DevOps, etc.)
- The candidate must have experience with Test Driven Design, including a proven track record of converting requirements into use-cases and subsequently into unit and functional test cases
- Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of Agricultural Technology (AgTech), geoprocessing, and Geographic Information System (GIS) frameworks, indicating an understanding of the specialized tools and methods used in the agricultural domain for data processing and spatial analysis
- The candidate is a collaborator with solid communication skills, an excellent problem solver, able to troubleshoot, and can embrace new challenges
- The candidate has a positive attitude and possess the ability to remain flexible in a dynamic environment
- The candidate must be able to work a hybrid schedule (3 days per week in the office)
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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