Overview
Are you passionate about computer graphics topics such as globe rendering, 3D GIS (geographic information systems), digital twins, or the metaverse? In the past few years, Esri has put a large effort into making 3D GIS accessible and powerful for both consumers and experts, across all platforms and devices. We are dedicated to continually pushing the boundaries of 3D GIS on the web, and you can play a key role in our mission.
At the Esri R&D Center Zurich, we are looking for a software engineer who will help us to grow and maintain the ArcGIS API for JavaScript. Our API empowers web developers around the globe to build compelling 3D scenes and mapping applications.
What We Offer
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We are a dynamic and enthusiastic international team that is driven by the pursuit of using state-of-the-art methods and technologies to develop and deliver excellent products:
- Passionate and supportive working culture.
- Emphasis on team and personal growth through training and team development events.
- Strong focus on company culture: appreciative, compassionate communication, enabling and embracing diversity.
- 40-hour work week with flexible working hours.
- Competitive salary.
- Free lunches, fresh fruit, coffee, tea, and soft drinks.
- Fun team activities.
We are part of Esri Inc, a global organization based in California focused on GIS and spatial analytics to enable global change.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement new software components for the ArcGIS API for JavaScript, spanning a wide range of topics such as web service consumption, data processing and analysis, core rendering functionality, and 3D mapping
- Advise in matters of software architecture and engineering
- Apply and promote good software engineering practices such as test automation, modularization, simplification
- Evolve and maintain our build process, test automation infrastructure, and other custom tooling
Requirements
- 2+ years of practical experience in software development
- Excellent JavaScript/TypeScript programming skills
- Strong background in software design and architecture
- Excellent creative thinking and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with frequent releases and tight schedules
- Master's degree or PhD in computer science or a related field
- Authorization to work in Switzerland
Recommended Qualifications
- Experience with API design
- Background in computer graphics, real-time rendering, WebGL
- Experience with agile software development methods (Scrum and others)
- Familiarity with GIS applications and technologies, ideally ArcGIS
- Knowledge of common web technologies
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About Esri
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life's best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri's Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.
If you don't meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email askcareers@esri.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
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