GIS Database Architect / St Paul, MN , 6+ Months ...

Job Description Job Title: GIS Database Architect Location: St. Paul, MN Duration: 6+ months Responsibilities: We are seeking a skilled GIS Database Architect to join our team. As a GIS Database Architect, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining GIS databases to support spatial data management and analysis activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), database design, and spatial data management. Specific responsibilities include: • Designing, implementing, and maintaining the GIS data environment for enterprise data. • Redesigning and optimizing existing GIS databases • Creating, implementing, and documenting data standards • Managing Esri ArcGIS Enterprise GIS Databases within the SQL Server environment. • Develop data models and database schemas to support spatial data analysis and visualization. • Optimize database performance for spatial queries and data processing tasks. • Collaborate with GIS analysts, developers, and other stakeholders to understand data requirements and design appropriate database solutions. • Perform data quality assurance and validation to ensure the accuracy and consistency of spatial data. • Document database designs, data models, and data workflows for reference and training purposes B.S. or B.A. Degree Master's degree Preferred Five - years of experience in a GIS Database Admin/Architect Role Knowledge of : • Esri GIS Products o ArcGIS Pro o ArcGIS Enterprise o ArcGIS Online o ArcGIS SDE • GIS Database Design • Data Modeling • Data Integrations GIS Databases Architecture and Management: Designs databases that leverage GISonly data types - networks, topology, relationship classes, utility networks, etc. • Designs database to include ArcGISnative organizational configurations - domains, subtypes, etc • Designs data and databases following GIS data standards • Manages ArcGIS SDE • Deploys and manages ArcGIS data versioning and branching • Manages granting and revoking data permissions SQL • Database management through SQL Server Management Studio, Azure Data Studio • Script SQL queries and spatial data views Python Database management and automations via Python scripting • Knowledge Python modules - arcpy, arcgis, pyodbc, pandas, sqlalchemy Documentation • Authors, curates, and ensures efficient documentation and metadata for GIS end users • Designs and authors relational database whiteboards Work Environment Working independently and/or in a team environment may be required for some engagements. Hybrid telework/office setting work environment

Created: 2026-03-04