Sales Engineer – GIS Esri ArcGIS
About Avolve
Avolve is the global market leader in electronic plan review for local governments. We made the INC 5000 2025 list as one of the fastest‑growing private companies in the US, and our government expertise has been recognized for the second year in a row with our inclusion in Government Technology’s GovTech 100 list for both 2025 and 2026, a summary of 100 innovative companies making a significant contribution to the public sector.
At Avolve we digitalize the review and approval of plans for permit applications, for both citizen and commercial planning developments. This enables government jurisdictions to improve efficiency and processes, as well as optimizing the experience for both permit applicants and plan reviewers.
We have over 350 customers globally and are expanding fast, because we have a suite of best-in-class solutions that offer choice to cities, counties, municipalities, and states. We partner with some of the leading technology providers out there, including Microsoft, Google, and Esri – in fact, we are the only vendor that has Esri GIS functionality embedded in the plan review solution, which has earned us the Esri State and Local Government Specialty in recognition for our innovation.
It is an exciting time to join Avolve - we are expanding into new territories and have great vision for our technological solutions. As a team we take enormous pride in the quality of our work, and our people come to work because they enjoy being part of the Avolve family and helping our customers to create safe and thriving communities.
Position Summary:
We’re looking for a Sales Engineer with deep expertise in Esri ArcGIS and a passion for demonstrating the power of GIS‑driven solutions. In this role, you’ll serve as a trusted technical advisor to customers and prospects, helping them understand how spatial analytics, mapping, and geospatial intelligence can transform their operations. You’ll also play a key role internally supporting product innovation, guiding new GIS capabilities, and collaborating across Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Professional Services, and Technical Support.
This is a high‑impact, cross‑functional role for someone who thrives at the intersection of technology, communication, and customer engagement.
Responsibilities:
The following list outlines key responsibilities and day-to-day activities associated with this role. While it’s not an exhaustive list, it should give you a strong sense of what to expect. Responsibilities may evolve over time based on team needs, individual strengths, and organizational priorities.
Pre‑Sales & Customer Engagement
Deliver compelling presentations, demos, and technical discussions that clearly articulate the value of GIS‑based software solutions.
Partner with Sales to understand customer needs, design solution architectures, and support the full sales cycle.
Translate complex geospatial concepts into clear business value for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
Participate in RFP/RFI responses, technical evaluations, and proof‑of‑concept engagements.
ArcGIS Administration & Technical Expertise
Manage, configure, and maintain ArcGIS environments (ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, and related components).
Support integration of ArcGIS with our platform, APIs, and customer systems.
Troubleshoot GIS‑related issues and guide customers on best practices for data management, mapping, and spatial analysis.
Stay current with Esri product updates, extensions, and emerging GIS technologies.
Product & Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Product Management to shape and validate new GIS capabilities within our software.
Provide customer insights and technical feedback that influence product roadmap decisions.
Collaborate with Marketing to develop GIS‑focused content, demos, and messaging.
Support Customer Success and Professional Services with technical expertise during onboarding, implementation, and ongoing customer engagement.
Partner with Technical Support to resolve escalated GIS‑related issues and improve support processes.
Qualifications:
We recognize that no candidate will meet every single qualification listed below. If you’re excited about this role and believe you bring a strong combination of relevant skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building a team that reflects a variety of backgrounds and strengths.
Bachelors in related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
3-5 years of experience with presenting technical solutions to customers, prospects, and internal stakeholders.
Understanding of GIS concepts: spatial analysis, geoprocessing, data models, projections, and mapping workflows.
Ability to manage ArcGIS instances, including configuration, administration, and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with APIs, web services, and integrating GIS with enterprise applications.
Excellent communication skills, you’re able to translate technical detail into business value.
Collaborative mindset with experience working across Sales, Product, Marketing, and Customer Success.
Travel as needed to meet with prospects and customers, attend industry events, and represent the company at tradeshows.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Python, JavaScript, or Esri SDKs; background in SaaS or enterprise software
Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary along with a generous and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
Group Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
401k
Unlimited Vacation
Paid Sick Leave & Holidays
Compensation: Avolve is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. The exact base pay offered for this role will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's geography, qualifications, skills, and experience.
$110,000 to $130,000 annual salary
*This is a fully remote position that can be performed out of the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IN, MA, MI, MN, MT, NC, NV, NY, OH, OK, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
Avolve is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting an inclusive environment. We’re driven by seeing our people succeed and grow, and we work to ensure everyone contributes to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, protected veteran status, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
We are committed to work with you to look for reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.