The Maryland Department of Planning’s Geospatial Data and Analysis Unit is seeking an innovative professional for the role of Geospatial Application Developer. This position, which reports directly to the manager of the GDA Unit, will be responsible for creating and managing state-of-the-art, web-based GIS solutions that support enterprise-level spatial analyses and ensure comprehensive geospatial data governance. In this role, interactive GIS applications and dashboards will be developed, deployed, and maintained, including an internal online intake system and a public-facing dashboard to track plan reviews and permitting processes for the Maryland Coordinated Permitting Review Council. A range of technologies, such as ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS API for JavaScript, Python, R, SQL, and ETL tools like FME, will be utilized to meet state and departmental standards. Advanced spatial analyses—including clustering, spatial regression, machine learning, and raster analyses—will be integrated into enterprise workflows. Complex spatial data models and queries will be designed and optimized within a Microsoft SQL Server environment, ensuring data integrity and performance while supporting the Department’s analytical objectives. This role will also serve as a technical bridge to government agencies and local stakeholders by coordinating interagency information sharing, communication, and cooperation. Requirements-gathering sessions will be conducted with internal and external partners to align geospatial products with evolving project needs and the Department’s strategic goals. Overall, this position offers an opportunity to contribute to Maryland’s planning landscape by supporting statewide initiatives with modern, data-driven solutions that advance operational efficiency, transparency, and accountability