GIS Technical Architect
DataStaff, Inc. is currently seeking a GIS Technical Architect for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients in Raleigh, NC.
*Most working days will be remote; there may be the occasional need to be on-site
Job Description:
Provide dedicated support to the State Traffic Operations Center (STOC) and Transportation Mobility & Safety by working directly with staff to understand their needs and translate them into effective GIS solutions. This role is responsible for collaborating closely with TM&S staff, observing workflows, gathering requirements, and proactively identifying GIS opportunities that improve routing, signal operations, incident management, and related systems. The specialist communicates complex GIS concepts to non-GIS staff, asks clarifying questions to shape projects, and ensures solutions are aligned with both STOC needs and GIS Unit standards. The position manages STOC related GIS projects, participates in STOC meetings, and develops applications, dashboards, and mapping tools that support real-time operational decision-making. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and the ability to quickly learn technical subject matter in a high-paced, operational environment.
This position will require a robust knowledge of ArcGIS Online, the Esri Software Suite, and ArcGIS Enterprise. The candidate must be able to build web mapping applications independently, publish hosted and referenced feature services, and understand the life cycle of GIS products from requirements gathering to databases, schema creation, cartography, application development, and maintenance.
The ideal candidate will be able to shadow meetings, listen to issues, and independently identify potential GIS solutions based on complex issues. The ability to quickly generate solutions and describe them to non-IT personnel is essential to this role. Documentation, organization, and communication skills are required. The Specialist-Expert will oversee the Specialist-Junior and must be able to delegate work appropriately, both to the Junior and to other GIS staff where necessary during emergency support.
A sample of work is required as part of the submission for this position. A sample of work can include documentation of a GIS process, a cartographic map, a report on a GIS solution, or a link to a GIS application in which the candidate was the primary creator/developer.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee Junior Specialist
- Triage GIS projects and determine independently when projects will require additional support from other GIS staff and be able to delegate appropriately.
- Attend STOC and TM&S operational meetings to observe workflows, understand emerging needs, and proactively identify where GIS tools can support real-time operations.
- Communicate regularly with TM&S staff, Hydraulics, ITS & Signals, and other operations teams to gather requirements, clarify requests, and translate operational challenges into actionable GIS tasks.
- Develop, update, and maintain GIS applications, dashboards, maps, and data layers supporting routing, signal operations, incident management, and other STOC functions.
- Troubleshoot user issues, provide GIS guidance to non-GIS staff, and ensure that GIS tools are intuitive, accessible, and aligned with both STOC workflows and GIS Unit standards.
- Monitor incoming STOC requests, manage and prioritize project tasks, and serve as the primary liaison between the GIS Unit and TSMO to ensure continuous communication, transparency, and follow-through.
- Continue to learn the operational environment (traffic signals, routing processes, ATMS/TIMS transitions, IMAP operations, etc.) to anticipate needs and recommend solutions the STOC team may not know to request.
- Support situational awareness during weather events or emergencies by producing on-the-fly maps, integrating real-time data (e.g., gauges, road conditions), and collaborating directly with operators.
Required Skills
- 7 Years - Survey123, Field Maps, Experience Builder
- 7 Years - Strong oral and written communication, translation of non-GIS meetings and requests to GIS outcomes
- 5 Years - ArcGIS Pro
- 5 Years - ArcGIS Online Administration, Web Mapping, and Cartography
Desired Skill:
- 4 Years - ArcGIS Enterprise Administration & Server Management
- 3 Years - Arcade & Python Scripting
- 3 Years - Supervisory experience
- 3 Years - GIS for Public Safety
This position is available on a corp-to-corp basis or as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months.