Altera Digital Health · 1 month ago
(Remote) GIS Developer
Altera Digital Health, through its division DataVoice International, is seeking a GIS Developer who will enhance the geospatial capabilities of their Outage Management System. The role involves developing GIS functionalities, managing map services, and collaborating with various teams to deliver integrated geospatial solutions.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and enhance GIS functionalities within the core C++ application framework
Configure and manage map services and data publishing workflows to ensure timely and accurate data delivery to client systems
Design and implement map configurations, symbology, and cartographic displays to create intuitive and effective user experiences for utility operators
Collaborate with the Outage Management and Asset Management teams to define requirements and deliver integrated geospatial solutions
Manage development tasks, track progress, and document changes using Jira and GitHub
Analyze and resolve complex spatial data and software issues to support the stability and performance of the mapping platform
Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to company standards and industry best practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems, Computer Science, Geography, or a related technical field
3+ years of professional experience in a GIS development or software engineering role
Strong proficiency in core GIS principles, including coordinate systems, projections, and spatial data formats
Experience with spatial databases (e.g., Oracle Spatial, PostGIS) and SQL
Demonstrated experience with at least one major programming language (e.g., C++, Python, Java, C#)
Candidates must hold a current, valid passport and be legally eligible to travel internationally
Preferred
Professional development experience with C++, Javascript, PHP, leaflet, and MapLibre
Hands-on experience with enterprise GIS platforms such as Esri ArcGIS Enterprise or open-source alternatives
Familiarity with software development lifecycle tools, specifically Jira and GitHub
Knowledge of electric utility network data models and concepts
Understanding of industry standards such as the Common Information Model (CIM)
Benefits
3 weeks’ vacation and 5 personal days
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits starting from your first day of employment
Employee stock ownership and RRSP/401k matching programs
Lifestyle rewards
Remote work and more!
Company
Altera Digital Health
Healthcare IT should work for clinicians, not against them.
H1B Sponsorship
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85%
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Engineering and Development
Management and Executive
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*2026 (2)
2025 (23)
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2022 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
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