Product Engineer II Geocoding Data Engineering and Automation

Overview

Esri’s geocoding technology powers search and location-based workflows across the ArcGIS platform, helping organizations everywhere make smarter, data-driven decisions. From finding the right delivery address to supporting emergency response, accurate geocoding starts with high-quality and up-to-date data.

As a Product Engineer on the Geocoding team, you will play a key role in designing and streamlining the processes that bring authoritative data into Esri’s geocoding solutions. You’ll work closely with other product engineers and GIS engineers to enhance automation strategies and help ensure our geocoding products deliver accurate results worldwide. If you are passionate about geospatial data, automation, and creating scalable solutions, this is your chance to shape the future of geocoding at Esri.

Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Redlands, CA area for this position.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal tools and applications using Python, C# and/or SQL


• Improve and maintain existing automation pipelines for recurring data updates


• Research potential authoritative open-data sources for geocoding data around the world


• Evaluate and support implementation of the datasets for use in our geocoding solution


• Convert, upload, and implement data into the master database


• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in workflows to ensure data accuracy and reliability


• Research and analyze geocoding issues reported through Geocoding Feedback Map


• Contribute to existing geocoding content sourcing efforts and assist with other tasks as needed

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience working with developing tools with Python, C# and\or SQL


• Familiarity with web scraping and data engineering for geospatial data


• Ability to identify challenges, suggest improvements, and implement scalable solutions


• Strong problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail


• A keen attention to detail and drive to resolve any issues encountered


• Ability to manage priorities and tasks as needed in a fast-paced work environment


• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across diverse teams


• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, GIS, applied mathematics, geography, or a related field

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience sourcing, evaluating, and integrating open geospatial datasets


• Familiarity with web search, geosearch, or geocoding applications and web APIs


• Geocoding with ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Geocoding services


• Experience with data quality assurance and software testing practices


• Knowledge of task management and version control systems (such as GitHub, Triage)


• Master’s degree in computer science, GIS, applied mathematics, geography, or a related field

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