Application Developer - JavaScript

Overview

We are seeking an Application Developer to join Esri’s Geo Experience Center team. This role focuses on building prototype applications that explore digital cartography, advanced map visualizations, and web-based GIS experiences using JavaScript, TypeScript, ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript, and modern web application frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain prototype applications and proofs of concept using JavaScript, TypeScript, and ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript
• Contribute to the design and implementation of user experiences for web applications, digital cartographic visualizations, and interactive map-based workflows
• Aid in prototyping and experimenting with novel web-based maps, scenes, and spatial data visualizations, helping explore how geospatial information can be effectively represented in browser-based contexts
• Work with modern web application frameworks such as React, Angular, Svelte, or Vue to build targeted, stand-alone web applications and reusable UI components
• Collaborate with core development and SDK teams during release development sprints, providing feedback on APIs, beta capabilities, tools, workflows, documentation, and developer experience
• Explore and apply emerging web visualization capabilities, including WebGL and browser-based real-time visualization, to support advanced 2D, 3D, and multidimensional spatial experiences

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience developing web applications using JavaScript; TypeScript experience preferred
• Experience with modern web application frameworks such as React, Angular, Vue, Svelte, or similar technologies
• Fundamental understanding of digital cartography, data visualization, or geospatial application development
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, GIS, or related field
• Ability to travel domestically or internationally up to 25–50%

Qualifications

• Familiarity with ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript, ArcGIS Experience Builder, or other Esri web technologies
• Interest in geospatial technology and applying innovative approaches to solve complex visualization and application development challenges
• Familiarity with WebGL, 3D visualization, or browser-based real-time rendering technologies
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, GIS, or a related field