CACI invites applications for the Senior Geospatial Data Engineer role, based onsite in Denver, CO. This position leads end-to-end geospatial data pipelines, tool integration, and visualization for NGA mission users within a FOSS4G centric stack.
Responsibilities
- Design and deliver end-to-end geospatial data pipelines from data ingestion through analyst-facing visualization, leveraging GDAL/OGR based transformations across diverse data formats
- Develop and maintain Python-based analytical environments via Jupyter Notebooks tailored to NGA mission workflows
- Manage GeoParquet datasets within the program's data lake architecture; implement and extend columnar format pipelines for production use
- Administer ArcGIS Server services and portal configurations; integrate with the FOSS4G toolchain including QGIS, GeoServer, and MapServer
- Collaborate with the AGIS Search team on spatial data indexing and AI-assisted retrieval integration
- Lead technical refinement sessions and provide PI Planning input on data engineering epics and cross-team dependencies
Requirements
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- 8+ years of software or data engineering experience
- At least 5 years in geospatial domains
- Proficiency in the Python geospatial stack: GDAL, Fiona, Shapely, GeoPandas, Rasterio
- Strong Jupyter Notebook development experience for analytical and mission workflows
- Working knowledge of the FOSS4G ecosystem (QGIS, GeoServer, MapServer, GRASS)
- GeoParquet/columnar format experience in production environments
- ArcGIS Server and ArcGIS Enterprise administration
- B.S. in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or related field (equivalent experience accepted)
Technologies
- GDAL/OGR
- Fiona
- Shapely
- GeoPandas
- Rasterio
- Python
- Jupyter Notebooks
- GeoParquet
- ArcGIS Server
- ArcGIS Enterprise
- QGIS
- GeoServer
- MapServer
- GRASS
- FOSS4G
Benefits
- Flexible time off benefit
- Robust learning resources
- Healthcare
- Wellness
- Financial benefits
- Retirement
- Family support
- Continuing education
- Time off benefits
Job Details
- Job ID: 324297
- Job Category: Engineering
- Time Type: Full time
- Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI
- Employee Type: Regular
- Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
- Type of Travel: Continental US
- Anticipated Posting End: 8/1/2026
The Opportunity
CACI's AGIS Release Train delivers the geospatial data infrastructure and analytical capabilities that NGA analysts rely on daily to drive intelligence decisions. The team operates at the intersection of open source geospatial technology and mission critical intelligence workflows, building the pipelines, visualization tools, and analytical environments that transform raw geospatial data into decision advantage. As a Senior Geospatial Data Engineer, you will lead pipeline development within this agile release train.
What You Can Expect
A culture of integrity. CACI places character and innovation at the center of its work. As a member of a high performing team dedicated to our customers’ missions, you contribute to a purpose-driven environment focused on national safety.
An environment of trust. You will have the autonomy to manage your time through a flexible time off benefit and access to robust learning resources to support your professional ambitions.
A focus on continuous growth. We aim to advance critical missions and opportunities to broaden your career while contributing to the company’s ongoing success.
Pay Range
The proposed salary range for this position is: 90,300 - 189,600 USD
Equal Opportunity Statement
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
