GIS Analyst/Product Owner

Title: GIS Analyst/Product Owner
Location: Houston TX - 4 days a week onsite
Contract: 7 Months and 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