Software Developer

Geospan has been a pioneer in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for over thirty years. We recently launched a software product that provides construction and insurance markets with accurate, interactive three-dimensional (3D) GIS models. As our company moves in this exciting new direction, we’re building a fast-growing, dynamic startup culture that values innovation, collaboration, and impact.

Position Overview:

As a Software Developer at Geospan, you’ll contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of our platform. Working with a supportive team of developers, product managers, and designers, you’ll help build solutions that leverage geospatial data to solve unique challenges in the construction industry.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate project requirements into scalable and reliable software solutions.
• Develop and enhance key components of our software platform to ensure high performance and usability.
• Create intuitive, user-friendly interfaces and data visualizations that deliver actionable insights from geospatial data.
• Integrate geospatial data tools and APIs into our software to support advanced spatial analysis and modeling.
• Work on data processing pipelines to transform and analyze data from sources such as satellite imagery and aerial surveys.
• Optimize algorithms to efficiently process, store, and retrieve geospatial data.
• Participate in code reviews and follow best practices to maintain code quality and performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, GIS, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience as a software developer, with proficiency in back-end development and familiarity with front-end development.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript/Node.js, or Go.
• Understanding of geospatial concepts, including coordinate systems, data formats, and basic spatial analysis techniques.
• Experience with data storage systems like PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Elasticsearch.
• Experience with web development technologies, including HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or Google Cloud Platform.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and an eagerness to learn and grow within a collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with open-source or proprietary GIS tools such as OpenLayers, Mapbox, Shapely, or Rasterio.
• Familiarity with Django and FastAPI
• Exposure to containerization and deployment technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with opportunities for career advancement.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible work hours with remote work options.
• Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development.
• A collaborative, inclusive work environment.
• 401(k).

Location:

Minneapolis or Remote