Application Developer - JavaScript

Overview

We are seeking an Application Developer to join Esri’s Geo Experience Center team, where you will contribute to building prototype applications that explore digital cartography, advanced map visualizations, and web-based GIS experiences. This role focuses on hands-on application development using JavaScript, TypeScript, ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript, and modern web application frameworks to test ideas, visualize complex spatial data, and support early-stage innovation.

You will work on thought leadership demonstrations and prototypes that push the boundaries of Esri’s geospatial tools and technology, with an emphasis on applying web-based ArcGIS capabilities in new and creative ways. You would be working within a diverse team creating prototypical applications informed by real-world use cases and customer needs to creatively apply Esri’s geospatial technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain prototype applications and proofs of concept using JavaScript, TypeScript, and ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript
• Contribute to the design and implementation of user experiences for web applications, digital cartographic visualizations, and interactive map-based workflows
• Assist in prototyping and experimenting with novel web-based maps, scenes, and spatial data visualizations, helping explore how geospatial information can be effectively represented in browser-based contexts
• Work with modern web application frameworks such as React, Angular, Svelte, or Vue to build targeted, stand-alone web applications and reusable UI components
• Collaborate with core development and SDK teams during release development sprints, providing feedback on APIs, beta capabilities, tools, workflows, documentation, and developer experience
• Explore and apply emerging web visualization capabilities, including WebGL and browser-based real-time visualization, to support advanced 2D, 3D, and multidimensional spatial experiences
• Evolve coding and development skills by staying current with JavaScript, TypeScript, complementary programming languages, development practices, coding tools, and user interface design techniques

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience developing web applications using JavaScript; TypeScript experience preferred
• Experience with modern web application frameworks such as React, Angular, Vue, Svelte, or similar technologies
• Experience with code management systems and CI/CD
• Foundational understanding of digital cartography, data visualization, or geospatial application development
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, GIS, or related field
• Ability to travel domestically or internationally up to 25–50%
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Recommended Qualifications

• Familiarity with ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript, ArcGIS Experience Builder, or other Esri web technologies
• Interest in geospatial technology and applying innovative approaches to solve complex visualization and application development challenges
• Experience with WebGL, 3D visualization, or browser-based real-time rendering technologies
• Master's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, GIS, or a related field

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Total Rewards

Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is

$83,720-$141,440 USD

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 [email protected] 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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Requisition ID: 2026-4357

Available in

Philadelphia, PA

Job Category

Information Technology

Role Type

Individual Contributor

Experience Level

Mid Level