*Junior Software Engineer – GIS & Cloud Applications*
*Location:* Philadelphia, PA
*Employment Type:* Contract/Contract-to-Hire
*Position Overview:*
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented *Junior Software Engineer* with a strong foundation in *GIS technologies*, *.NET development*, and *Python-based APIs*. This role is ideal for someone passionate about building cloud-integrated mobile applications and working with mapping technologies, including *ESRI* and *offline map solutions*.
*Key Responsibilities:*
* Collaborate with senior engineers to design, develop, and maintain GIS-enabled applications.
* Build and integrate APIs using *Python* to support data-driven features.
* Contribute to the development of mobile applications using the *Azure suite of tools*.
* Assist in maintaining and enhancing existing *.NET applications*.
* Support the implementation of *offline mapping capabilities* using *ESRI technologies*.
* Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging processes.
* Document technical specifications and contribute to project planning.
*Required Qualifications:*
* Bachelor’s degree in *Computer Science*, *Software Engineering*, or a related field.
* Experience or coursework in *GIS engineering* and spatial data concepts.
* Proficiency in *Python*, especially for API development.
* Familiarity with *.NET framework* and C#.
* Exposure to *Microsoft Azure tools*, particularly in mobile app development.
* Understanding of *mapping technologies*, including *ESRI* and offline map solutions.
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
*Preferred Qualifications:*
* Internship or project experience in GIS or mobile app development.
* Knowledge of RESTful API design and integration.
* Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
* Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: Up to $29.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Philadelphia, PA 19103