Sr. GIS Data Engineer na PRIME AE Group, Inc.

Help Us Change the World—One Project at a Time
At PRIME AE, we believe every bridge, building, classroom, park, and roadway we design tells a story—and leaves a legacy. Whether it’s through architecture, engineering, planning, or consulting, our work is deeply rooted in improving the everyday experiences of people and communities. Join us and be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation, technical excellence, and meaningful contribution.

Who We Are:

PRIME AE Group, Inc. (www.primeeng.com) is a nationally ranked, full-service architecture and engineering firm with 22 offices across 9 states and a team of 500+ professionals. For nearly two decades, we’ve partnered with public and private sector clients to deliver creative, practical, and sustainable solutions across transportation, education, healthcare, municipal, federal, commercial, and recreational sectors.  We’re expanding our capabilities, our geography, and our team—and now is an exciting time to join us.  

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Sr. GIS Data Engineer to join our Jacksonville office.

What You’ll Do:
 In this role, you will lead the design, development, and management of enterprise-level geospatial data infrastructure. You’ll leverage your expertise in data engineering and GIS to build and optimize complex spatial data pipelines, turning raw location-based information into actionable insights and supporting mapping and analytics across the organization.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust, scalable geospatial data architectures and processing pipelines.
• Develop and manage enterprise geodatabases, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and efficiency for spatial data storage and retrieval.
• Design and execute advanced spatial analytics, geoprocessing, and modeling functions to derive actionable insights from geospatial data.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other engineers to integrate diverse spatial datasets from various sources, including CADD, satellite imagery, GPS, and surveys.
• Write and maintain scripts using Python and other languages to automate workflows, ETL processes, and GIS functions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior GIS and data engineering staff, promoting best practices and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver sophisticated capabilities and analytics.
• Ensure data quality, governance, and security for all geospatial datasets and processes.
• Stay current with emerging GIS technologies and industry trends to research, evaluate, and recommend new tools and platforms.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of professional experience in data engineering, with a significant focus on geospatial data systems.
• Expertise with GIS platforms, including the Esri suite (ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online) or open-source alternatives (QGIS, PostGIS).
• US Citizenship required, due to the projects associated with this position. 
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python for data manipulation, analysis, and automation.
• Hands-on experience with ETL tools and processes for integrating spatial and non-spatial datasets.

• Experience with cloud-based geospatial data environments, such as Google Cloud Platform, AWS, or Azure.
• Strong understanding of geospatial data management principles, including coordinate systems, projections, and metadata.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with Federal contracts and data security requirements preferred.
• Experience with big data technologies and distributed computing frameworks preferred.
• Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker preferred.  
• Relevant certifications (GIS Professional (GISP), Esri Technical) preferred.  

Why PRIME AE?
We don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. At PRIME AE, you’ll find a culture of support, flexibility, and opportunity. You’ll work on impactful projects that improve daily life, alongside colleagues who inspire and challenge you. Whether you’re advancing your technical skills or growing as a leader, we’re committed to helping you succeed.

• Full-Career Support: Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical specialist to project leadership.
• People-First Culture: We hire top talent, champion diversity, trust, and integrity.
• Meaningful Impact: Work on projects—from community centers and hospitals to federal, transportation, and water systems—that tangibly improve lives. 
• Growth-Oriented: Strategically expanding capabilities and geography (e.g., Southeast acquisition, federal growth) with strong backing from investors.
• National Yet Local: Enjoy the resources of a big firm with the agility and client intimacy of local offices.

PRIME AE Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.