Job Details

Responsibilities & Qualifications

BOEM and BSEE are responsible for managing the nation's offshore energy, minerals, and natural resources on the Federal Outer Continental Shelf (OCS). BSEE promotes safety, protects the environment, and conserves resources offshore through vigorous regulatory oversight and enforcement. BOEM manages the responsible exploration and development of offshore energy and marine mineral resources on the OCS. OCS production accounts for about 18 percent of domestic crude oil and four percent of domestic natural gas supply.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, directs and monitors the work of team members.
• Sets priorities to meet the needs of users.
• Formulates/defines system scope and objectives.
• Devises or modifies procedures to solve complex problems considering computer equipment capacity and limitations.
• Prepares detailed specifications from which programs will be written. Designs, codes, tests, debugs, and documents those programs.
• Participates in related areas, such as design, implementation, integration, management, and maintenance of complex databases.
• Design, code, and implement GIS software solutions using programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, and Java, with a focus on ESRI tools and technologies.
• Develop and maintain spatial databases. Utilize SQL for data manipulation and management tasks.
• Integrate GIS with other software systems and databases to enhance functionality and automate workflows.
• Perform complex spatial data analysis to support decision-making processes.
• Facilitate meetings with stakeholders to clarify and comprehend their business requirements.
• Assist in establishing the overarching sprint schedule.
• Design and develop solutions adhering to industry best practices.
• Make use of existing SOA services and develop new ones as required.
• Modify existing or develop new online programs, unit test cases, batch programs, interfaces, configuration changes, and reports.
• Implement proper exception handling mechanisms and ensure logging practices are in place.
• Identify and address information assurance issues, weaknesses, and vulnerabilities.
• Participate in peer code reviews to maintain high standards of code quality.
• Produce comprehensive documentation for developed applications and systems.
• Work closely with project managers, other developers, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in GIS technology and software development practices.
• Participate in project planning sessions.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Computer Science or area related to the project's functional requirements.
• Eight years of technical experience in applications software development, three of which are in systems analysis, and 1 year of which is acting as technical lead.
• Good understanding of the business or function for which the application is designed.
• Proficient with software languages, such as HTML, JAVA, JavaScript, Python, CSS, SQL, NoSQL, C#, Perl or other languages as required.
• Ability to pass a DOI Background Investigation for a Public Trust Clearance.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced knowledge in ESRI GIS development for both spatial and non-spatial data.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS predecessors, such as ArcInfo.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages, including C, C#, and ArcPy Scripts.
• In-depth understanding of ESRI components and plugins.
• Competent to work at a high level for all phases of system/database development/management.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and integrating software solutions using ESRI tools.
• Proficiency with SQL and PL/SQL.
• Familiarity with modern web development frameworks and runtime environments.
• Previous experience with package managers such as PIP and Conda.
• Well-versed in the Standard Development Lifecycle.
• Skilled in handling geodatabases and shapefiles.
• Competent in integrating ESRI applications with various technologies.
• Proficient with version control systems like Git.
• Familiar with REST and Web API services.
• Strong foundation in database architecture, SQL, PL/SQL, and database design principles.

Overview

We are seeking a Senior GIS Developer to join our team supporting DOI BSEE TIMS contract in New Orleans, LA.

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any contractually mandated Federal COVID-19 requirements.

Additional Job Information

COMPETENCIES

• Establish Focus
• Change Management
• Develop Others
• Oral Communication
• Written Communication
• Interpersonal Awareness
• Build Relationships
• Analytical Thinking
• Conceptual Thinking
• Strategic Thinking
• Technical Expertise
• Initiative
• Foster Innovation
• Results Oriented
• Teamwork
• Customer Service

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

• Location: New Orleans, LA
• Type of environment: Office, Telework may be available
• Noise level: (Low-Medium)
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday.
• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

Positions require a DOI Entrance on Duty (EOD).

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.