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GIS System Engineer - Database Engineer

Esri
Vienna, Virginia
Full Time
Posted February 2, 2026
$118k - $198k
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Job Description

A Database Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise geospatial databases, collaborating with clients to develop scalable and secure data solutions, and supporting GIS applications using Esri technology and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement scalable, secure database solutions supporting mission-critical applications
  • Lead technical discussions on data architecture and database design with customers
  • Configure, monitor, and tune database environments for performance and security
  • Automate routine database tasks to improve efficiency
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout all implementation phases

Requirements

  • 8 years of hands-on experience in database design, administration, and optimization for Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or SAP HANA
  • Demonstrated experience with database design principles, data loading techniques, backup and recovery solutions, performance monitoring and tuning, database maintenance, and security
  • Scripting skills in SQL and Python for automation and data workflows
  • Experience with cloud-based database solutions such as AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database
  • Basic understanding of geospatial concepts such as spatial data types, coordinate systems, and spatial indexing
  • Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to technical peers and non-technical project managers or customers
  • US citizenship and willingness and ability to maintain a US Security Clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, GIS, or related STEM field

Benefits & Perks

Esri's competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees and their families
401(k) and profit-sharing programs
Minimum of 80 hours of vacation leave
Twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year
Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Relocation Assistance Program

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