Senior Geospatial Analyst

Posted:
1/14/2025, 3:49:33 AM

Location(s):
Montana, United States ⋅ Missoula, Montana, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Data & Analytics

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

ABOUT onX

As a pioneer in digital outdoor navigation with a suite of apps, onX was founded in Montana, which in turn has inspired our mission to awaken the adventurer inside everyone. With more than 400 employees located around the country working in largely remote / hybrid roles, we have created regional “Basecamps” to help remote employees find connection and inspiration with other onXers. We bring our outdoor passion to work every day, coupling it with industry-leading technology to craft dynamic outdoor experiences.

Through multiple years of growth, we haven’t lost our entrepreneurial ethos at onX. We offer a fast-paced, growing, tech-forward environment where ownership, accountability, and passion for winning as a team are essential. We value diversity and believe it leads to different perspectives and inspires both new adventures and new growth. As a team, we’re hungry to improve, value innovation, and believe great ideas come from any direction.

Important Alert: Please note, onXmaps will never ask for credit card or SSN details during the initial application process. For your digital safety, apply only through our legitimate website at onXmaps.com or directly via our LinkedIn page.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As the Senior Geospatial Analyst on one of our app development teams, you will play a critical role in ensuring that content is moving across the onX systems and into our customer's hands. You will collaborate with Developers, Designers, and Product Managers on a fast-paced and performant team that is designed to create a high-quality product that delights our users. As the geospatial expert on the development team, you will play a vital role in bridging the gap between the app and the larger geospatial landscape at onX. This role lives within the Content domain which is responsible for all cartography, data processing, and sourcing for onX. This role will also be part of a larger team of Geospatial Analysts and Engineers. If you have an interest in working in an agile start-up environment, a keen eye for understanding geospatial datasets, and a passion for geospatial technology, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. This role will report to the Senior Manager of Geospatial Project Management.

As an onX Senior Geospatial Analyst, your essential job duties and responsibilities will look like: 

  • Serve as the primary geospatial expert for the Offroad product, building solutions, and being the point person implementing geospatial-related technical solutions
  • Collaborate between the Content and Offroad team Developers to ensure that geospatial data pipelines are implemented according to best practices and optimized for performance
  • Create, contribute, and utilize version control software (GIT) to collaborate with the Content team
  • Analyze data, create dashboards, and monitor data health metrics to provide insights that inform business decisions and understand overall product health
  • Create and implement solutions for geospatial data editing, conflation, and quality control across a range of data storage solutions
  • Produce results using a self-starter mentality through innovation and iteration
  • Communicate complex geospatial concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Provide expertise in the development and implementation of geospatial databases within a graph ecosystem
  • Research & evaluate geospatial data sources and make recommendations for new data sources or improvements to existing sources
  • Collaborate with the onX Product team to identify functional projects, content requirements, and priorities
  • Develop and maintain relationships with external partners and vendors to ensure high-quality geospatial data sources and solutions

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

  • Bachelor's degree in Geospatial/GIS Analysis or Engineering 
  • At least 8 years of experience in the geospatial industry: for example sourcing, development, and implementation of geospatial data
  • Expert in geospatial software such as QGIS 
  • Demonstrated proficiency in scripting with SQL and Python, and an understanding of spatial processing libraries such as geopandas and GDAL 
  • Expert with geospatial databases and data analysis tools such as PostGIS
  • Self-starter with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with minimal supervision
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex geospatial concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Must be available for travel to a corporate office in Montana bi-annually.

ADDED BONUSES

Though not required, we would be thrilled to consider candidates with any of the following:

  • Master’s degree 
  • Previous experience with a product that goes beyond the screen and into the physical world
  • Comfortable working in an undefined product space and/or experience with a net new product or feature
  • Familiarity with trail data and the players in that space
  • Passion for outdoor recreation activities
  • Have experience working in and collaborating with a distributed team
  • Self-starter with the ability to find solutions for unstructured problems

WHERE YOU CAN WORK

onX has created a thriving distributed workforce community across several US locations. This position can be performed from an onX corporate office, “Basecamp,” or “Connection Hub”.

  • Corporate Offices: onX was founded in Montana with offices in Missoula and Bozeman. If you prefer to work in an office at least part of the time, this is a great option.
  • Basecamps: onX’s Basecamps are established virtual workforce communities where a sizable number of distributed team members group for work, volunteering, socializing, and adventure. 
    • Our current Basecamps are located within a 90-mile radius of the following: Austin, TX; Denver, CO; Kalispell, MT; Minneapolis, MN; Portland, OR; Salt Lake City, UT; and Seattle, WA. 
  • Connection Hubs: onX’s Connection Hub locations are smaller, emerging communities of distributed team members.
    • Our current Connection Hubs are located within a 60-mile radius of the following: Boise, ID; Charleston, SC; Charlotte, NC; Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; Phoenix, AZ; Richmond, VA; Spokane, WA; and Vermont.

HOW YOU’LL BE COMPENSATED

onX is committed to compensating all employees fairly and equitably for their contributions. For this position, applicants can expect to make between $92,000 to $114,000 upon hire. The pay range will vary based on experience, skills, certifications, and education among other factors as required in the job description. In addition, full-time onX employees are eligible for a grant of common share options with a vesting schedule and a potential annual bonus of 10% based on company performance.

WHAT WE’RE OFFERING YOU

  • Competitive salaries, annual bonuses, equity, and opportunities for growth
  • Comprehensive health benefits including a no-monthly-cost medical plan 
  • Parental leave plan of 5 or 13 weeks fully paid
  • 401k matching at 100% for the first 3% you save and 50% from 3-5%
  • Company-wide outdoor adventures and amazing outdoor industry perks
  • Annual “Get Out, Get Active” funds to fuel your active lifestyle in and outside of the gym
  • Flexible time away package that includes PTO, STO, VTO, quiet weeks, and floating holidays

PERFORMANCE ESSENTIALS

In this role, success is driven by cognitive abilities such as concentration and problem-solving, essential for our computer-centric tasks. onX will explore reasonable accommodations to ensure that individuals with diverse abilities can fully engage in and contribute to the essential physical and mental functions of the job. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact us at [email protected]

Position open until filled. 

#LI-Remote

At onX, we believe that diversity makes us better.  Bringing together a diverse set of backgrounds, ideas, and opinions helps us to achieve our mission to awaken the adventurer in everyone. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. onX is committed to equal opportunity not only in our hiring practices but also in our employment practices, including but not limited to development, compensation, and promotion. We strive to build an inclusive work community where everyone can be their authentic self, and together, we win as a team. Come join us!


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onX

Website: https://www.onxmaps.com/

Headquarter Location: Missoula, Montana, United States

Employee Count: 101-250

Year Founded: 2009

IPO Status: Private

Last Funding Type: Series B

Industries: GPS ⋅ Information Services ⋅ Information Technology ⋅ Mobile Apps