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City of San Antonio GIS Solutions Software Engineer I in United States
GIS Solutions Software Engineer I
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GIS Solutions Software Engineer I
Salary
$70,666.96 - $106,000.44 Annually
Location
78205, TX
Job Type
4A Full-Time
Job Number
2026-00638
Department
ITSD
Opening Date
02/16/2026
Closing Date
3/9/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded
No
FLSA Status
Exempt
Description
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Job Summary
Under general supervision, is responsible for designing, developing, coding, testing, implementing, and supporting software products (application software and systems, end user applications, systems software, mobile/web applications, database products, etc.) that are delivered on time and within budget. Delivers expertise in a range of areas, including product licensing, systems design, testing, and implementation of software systems and data flow designs to create the design for a new system. May be assigned to either development, involving writing new programs, or support functions, involving upgrades, maintenance, or issues resolution to existing applications and single systems. Exercises no supervision.
Work Location
City Tower - 100 W. Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Essential Job Functions
Develops, builds, and supports single systems, applications, and solutions in the software life cycle that may have technology impact.
Troubleshoots existing information systems, performs root cause analysis and impact of the defect, and applies operation break fixes and other proactive maintenance activities until permanent solutions can be implemented.
Assists in evaluating existing applications and assists with developing recommendations for improving application performance by conducting gap analysis, identifying feasible alternative solutions, and assisting in the scope of modifications.
Applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures to complete software engineering assignments.
Participates in short-term planning efforts with management.
Assists with developing and evaluating technical requirements relative to software systems.
Implements changes/enhancements for improved systems, applications, and/or platform availability, reliability, and performance.
Utilizes defined configuration management process to baseline code updates and develop software using Agile software development processes.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Two (2) years of work experience in software development and/or software analysis.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Geospatial Science, or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates a thorough understanding of contemporary geospatial systems and information technology.
Experience working with the ESRI Product Suite, Desktop, Web, and Server environments.
Working knowledge of and/or experience with administering GIS environments such as ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise.
Knowledge of Python and experience with Python-based tools for GIS workflows.
Knowledge of and experience with geospatial data visualization.
Knowledge of and experience with address management and street network management workflows.
Working knowledge/demonstrated experience with metadata standards for geospatial data, FGDC, or ISO 19115.
GISP certification preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of User Experience (UX), Branding (CoSA), and Accessibility regarding data visualisations.
One year of work experience in GIS software development and/or GIS database design and support.
One year of work experience in developing, implementing, optimizing, and maintaining complex GIS software solutions, including deploying and debugging complex systems.
Applicant Information
Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of the practical application of software engineering and technology, including applying principles, techniques, and procedures to the design and production of software products
Knowledge of DevSecOps principles and methods
Knowledge of programming languages, including JavaScript, VBScript, CSS, HTML and DHTML, VB, Ajax, JAVA, and C#
Knowledge of Microsoft SQL and Oracle databases
Knowledge of Microsoft Visual Studio 2008 or higher
Skill in identifying and solving system problems
Skill in preparing data structures, flowcharts, and logic flow diagrams
Ability to leverage modern architectural principles to design modular, flexible software solutions
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Ability to create both technical and non-technical end-user documentation
Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodations
Ability to work primarily in an office environment.
Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp
Note:
Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.
Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department (https://www.sanantonio.gov/Hr/About/ContactUs?sendto=HR) so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.