GIS Analyst | Product Owner

Job Title: GIS Analyst | Product Owner
Location: Houston, TX - 4 days a week onsite
Contract: 7 Months+ with Possibility of Extension
 
JOB DESCRIPTION:
About the Role:
We’re looking for a GIS Product Owner who can own the vision, strategy, and execution of GIS web and mobile applications. You’ll work across engineering, operations, analytics, and field teams to deliver scalable, cloud-native GIS solutions.
The ideal candidate brings strong experience with Esri’s ArcGIS platform (ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS JavaScript API 4.x) and is comfortable working in a modern front-end stack (React, Calcite, Vite). You’ll thrive in this role if you’re a clear communicator, detail-oriented, and energized by working with diverse, cross-functional stakeholders.
The candidate should be able to lead cross-functional GIS product strategy, with a track record of navigating complex stakeholder landscapes to drive alignment and delivery.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Product Ownership & Strategy
  • Own and prioritize the GIS product roadmap and backlog across multiple user groups.
  • Translate complex business needs into actionable epics, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
  • Drive sprint planning, backlog grooming, and release cycles in Agile environments.
  • Collaborate closely with stakeholders across engineering, analytics, field ops, and leadership.
  • Define and track KPIs for product adoption, usability, and business impact.
• Technical Partnership
  • Work closely with developers building GIS apps in:
    • ArcGIS JavaScript API (4.x)
    • React JS with Calcite Design System
    • Vite for front-end tooling
  • Partner on API integrations, architecture discussions, and design reviews.
  • Understand performance, usability, and scalability constraints in cloud-hosted GIS environments.
  • Support integrations with Esri tools like Experience Builder, Web AppBuilder, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Online/Enterprise.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Business Analysis
  • Lead workshops, user interviews, and feedback sessions with technical and non-technical users.
  • Serve as the translator between business goals and geospatial technical delivery.
  • Consolidate competing requests into streamlined deliverables.
  • Foster trust and alignment across matrixed teams.
  • Create clear documentation, release notes, and user training materials.

 
Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years in a Product Owner, GIS Business Analyst, or GIS Lead role.
• Deep proficiency in Esri’s ArcGIS platform, including ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online.
• Experience with ArcGIS JavaScript API (4.x) and Esri web development frameworks.
• Working knowledge of React, Vite, and modern web app architecture.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and product lifecycle management.
• Proven experience working with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Calcite Design System, Experience Builder, and ArcGIS Web AppBuilder.
• Familiarity with spatial databases (e.g., PostGIS, Snowflake, SQL Server Spatial).
• Exposure to Python scripting, ArcPy, or ArcGIS Python API for geoprocessing or automation.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, or cloud-based deployments (AWS/Azure).
• Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or equivalent Agile certification.