Geospatial Backend Software Developer I (52258)
 Lincoln Institute of Land Policy | |
$76,000.00 - $95,000.00 Salary
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dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, long term disability
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 United States, D.C., Washington | |
| 1200 G Street Northwest (Show on map) | |
 Feb 03, 2026 | |
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Description Who We Are
The Center for Geospatial Solutions (CGS) is a self-sustaining nonprofit enterprise. Founded to help bridge the gap between policy and practice, our mission is to enable people and the planet to meet the pace of change by expanding access to new technologies that power more sustainable and equitable outcomes. We are a fully remote team of award-winning professionals with decades of applied expertise and end-to-end GIS capabilities. By embracing whole-system thinking and state-of-the-art technology, we enable partners across public, private, and nonprofit sectors to tackle complex, real-world challenges-like housing affordability, ecosystem conservation, water management, and sustainable infrastructure-with greater clarity. Our work liberates and connects key information, creates nuanced pictures of complex situations, and makes data easier to use, understand, and act on. We use tools like satellite data and artificial intelligence to deliver insights for impact. At CGS, we believe that technology can be a tool for positive change. We are dedicated to building a diverse team that represents the communities and systems we live and work in. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every listed qualification, we encourage you to apply. We value potential, curiosity, and lived experiences, and know a more inclusive team makes us a stronger organization. Lincoln Institute of Land Policy Mission The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy seeks to improve quality of life through the effective use, taxation, and stewardship of land. A nonprofit private operating foundation whose origins date to 1946, the Lincoln Institute researches and recommends creative approaches to land as a solution to economic, social, and environmental challenges. Through education, training, publications, and events, we integrate theory and practice to inform public policy decisions. We organize our work around three impact areas: land and water; land and fiscal systems; and land and communities. We envision a world where cities and regions prosper and benefit from coordinated land use planning and public finance; where communities thrive from efficient and equitable allocation of limited land resources; and where stewardship of land and water resources ensures a livable future. Position Overview As a Geospatial Backend Software Developer, you will architect the data infrastructure powering Center for Geospatial Solutions' products and services. This is a systems-heavy role designed for an engineer who thrives at the intersection of geospatial data science and backend architecture. You will be building high-performance, end-to-end systems for the harmonization, integration, geoprocessing, and analysis of massive, heterogeneous datasets from diverse global sources. We expect the Software Developer to have strong foundations in software design and an eagerness to learn and solve challenging problems. You will work across a diverse technology landscape that includes conventional relational databases, Esri and open-source geospatial platforms, cloud-optimized data stores, web APIs, and knowledge graph and semantic technologies. You will conceptualize, design, build and deploy new and innovative products and applications for our infrastructure to facilitate the wide offerings, capabilities, and feedback loops for water data management. We have high standards for code quality, all forms of testing, and intelligent architecture. This is a fixed-term full-time position at 37.5 hours/week in Washington D.C., Cambridge, MA, Phoenix, AZ; or remotely. Occasional domestic and international travel up to 10% may be required. We expect the Software Developer to have strong foundations in software design and an eagerness to learn and solve challenging problems. What You'll Do Software Development
DevOps and Infrastructure
Collaboration and Growth
Qualifications What You'll Need
Logistical and/or Technical Skills
Soft Skills
Desired
Our Benefits Include but are not limited to (a) 3x employer contribution towards retirement matching your employee contribution up to 15%, (b) health insurance, (c) dental insurance, (d) vision insurance, (e) 100% reimbursement of the health care deductible through a health reimbursement account, (f) short-term disability coverage, (g) long term disability coverage, (h) paid parental leave, (i) voluntary insurances such as accident insurance, (j) health care flexible spending, (k) dependent care flexible spending, (l) paid time off for holidays, vacation, personal, sick, bereavement, and jury duty, (m) office closure between December 24 - Jan 1 each calendar year, (n) flexible schedule and option for a compressed 4 day workweek, (o) tuition and staff development reimbursement, (p) pet insurance, and (q) Employee Assistance Program. Application Process Please submit a cover letter and resume. The cover letter should succinctly describe your interest to join the team; why you are qualified; and what relevant expertise and experience you offer. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Compensation Overview The salary market range for this role is posted above and dependent on level of education and years of experience. We value internal and external equity and encourage those who may be missing qualifications to submit their materials still. Our Values Cooperation and Teamwork, Forthright Feedback, Initiative, Acceptance of Responsibility, Multicultural Sensitivity Equal Opportunity Employer The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment by hiring, training, promoting, and carrying out personnel procedures with respect to compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, or terminations, on the basis of individual merit, experience, and ability without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture, length of hair, protective hairstyles or cultural or religious headdresses), color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), ancestry, citizenship status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, military service, serious medical condition, expunged juvenile record, personal appearance, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, status as a victim, credit information, homelessness status, reproductive health decision making, or any other characteristic protected by law or otherwise. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Lincoln Institute of Land Policy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. Non-Smoking Organization Lincoln Institute of Land Policy is a Non-Smoking organization. Smoking and the use of tobacco products are prohibited at all times and on all property owned, leased, or under the control of Lincoln Institute of Land Policy at all times, including, but not limited to indoor and outdoor grounds, walkways and sidewalks, parking lots, company vehicles, and private vehicles parked on Lincoln Institute of Land Policy property. MA Polygraph Statement It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. | |