GIS Architecture & Modernization

• Define and implement the GIS modernization roadmap, including upgrades to ArcGIS Enterprise, Server, Portal, and related components.
• Architect and implement 2D and 3D GIS capabilities, including building models, terrain, line-of-sight analysis, and situational visualization.
• Lead the design of real-time GIS services, including streaming layers, geo-event processing, location tracking, and dynamic incident updates.
• Oversee containerization or virtualization strategies for GIS components within the broader platform modernization framework.

Geospatial Data & Services Management

• Own the design and optimization of geodatabases, spatial indexing, caching strategies, versioning, and partitioning.
• Ensure high-quality management of base maps, operational layers, network datasets, hazard maps, cadastral data, and public infrastructure layers.
• Lead the migration and transformation of existing GIS layers, widgets, and tools into the new environment.

Integration & Interoperability

• Oversee all GIS integrations with emergency call-taking, dispatch, incident management, crime analytics, CCTV systems, vehicle tracking systems, mobile data terminals, and external government platforms.
• Collaborate with the integration team on APIs, map services, feature services, caching services, and geoprocessing services.
• Support microservices teams in consuming GIS services efficiently and securely.

Performance, Monitoring & Reliability

• Define and enforce performance benchmarks for map rendering times, geoprocessing workloads, routing calculations, and data loading.
• Lead the implementation of GIS monitoring tools, dashboards, and alerting mechanisms.
• Work with infrastructure teams to optimize GIS performance across multiple data centers, ensuring high availability and zero-downtime operations.

GIS Development & Customization

• Guide development of custom GIS widgets, map tools, dashboards, and web/mobile experiences using ArcGIS API for JS, Experience Builder, Web AppBuilder, or custom frameworks.
• Review and optimize routing algorithms (Network Analyst) and AVL integrations.
• Oversee implementation of spatial analytics and predictive geospatial intelligence solutions.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Leadership

• Collaborate with call takers, dispatch operators, supervisors, field agents, GIS operators, and leadership to understand daily workflows and pain points.
• Convert operational requirements into geospatial solutions aligned with modernization and efficiency goals.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to GIS developers, analysts, and data engineers.

Quality Assurance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with data governance, security policies, and national confidentiality standards.
• Conduct GIS solution reviews, performance audits, and readiness assessments.
• Define and maintain documentation, standards, and SOPs for all GIS components.

Must-Have

• 8–12+ years of experience in GIS architecture, implementation, and management.
• Deep expertise in Esri ArcGIS Enterprise, including:
  • ArcGIS Server
  • Portal for ArcGIS
  • ArcGIS Pro
  • ArcGIS GeoEvent / GeoAnalytics
  • ArcGIS Network Analyst
• Strong experience with spatial databases (e.g., Enterprise Geodatabases, Oracle 19G).
• Hands-on experience with real-time GIS, vehicle tracking, routing, and operational command center mapping.
• Strong understanding of 2D/3D visualization, geospatial modeling, and spatial analysis tools.
• Experience integrating GIS with large-scale enterprise systems.
• Ability to lead technical teams and engage directly with senior business stakeholders.

Preferred

• Experience in emergency response, public safety, defense, or national security systems.
• Experience with containerized GIS deployments (Kubernetes / OpenShift).
• Familiarity with Python (ArcPy), JavaScript (ArcGIS API for JS), and microservices-based GIS consumption.
• Knowledge of Middle Eastern geography and operations is a plus.
• Arabic language skills preferred.