GIS Engineer (SME)

TL;DR

GIS Engineer (SME): Designing, building, and integrating secure geospatial solutions for high-volume analysis and mission operations with an accent on spatial modeling and complex database architecture. Focus on developing AI-enabled, data-driven applications to improve operational outcomes within secure environments.

Location: Must be based in Arlington, VA, or Reston, VA (Onsite)

Salary: $147,000 - $245,000 annually

Company

hirify.global is a spatial intelligence company focused on building advanced technical capabilities for mission-critical operations.

What you will do

• Design and develop geospatial solutions for infrastructure, hydrographic, and physiographic features.
• Perform GIS analyses on natural resources data to support mission-relevant applications.
• Plan, design, and document complex spatial and relational databases.
• Manage spatial and tabular data using specialized software.
• Capture map information and produce computer-generated map products.
• Integrate secure technical capabilities to support high-volume analysis.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Active Top Secret clearance with CI Polygraph required
• Bachelor's or Master's degree with 13+ years of relevant experience
• Expertise in advanced GIS technologies and spatial modeling
• Proven ability to lead GIS projects and design complex geospatial solutions
• Ability to work onsite in secure environments

Nice to have

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Background in system integration and database management
• Relevant technical or project management certifications

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package
• Robust 401(k) with company match
• Mental health resources and support
• Unique perks including student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement, and pet insurance