Cartographer
| Company | Peraton |
|---|---|
| Location | McLean, VA, USA |
| Salary | $86000 – $138000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- BA/BS and 3+ years of experience OR no degree with 9+ years of experience
- TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required
- Strong experience in cartographic design, including thematic mapping, topographic representation, and reference mapping
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for cartographic design is required
- Deep Knowledge with Esri’s ArcMap, Avenza’s MAPublisher, QGIS, and other relevant GIS tools is required
- Experience with JavaScript mapping libraries (e.g., Leaflet, D3.js, Mapbox) is a plus
Responsibilities
- Lead the conceptualization, design, and production of cartographic products, integrating both artistic and technical elements to meet customer needs
- Manage complex and demanding cartographic projects, including direct engagement with customers to understand requirements, facilitate brainstorming sessions, and define design expectations
- Ensure adherence to cartographic best practices, including color theory, projections, thematic and statistical mapping, hierarchy, and data visualization techniques
- Oversee quality control, usability, and final product delivery, ensuring compliance with internal workflow procedures, copyright laws, and established production standards
- Work seamlessly within the Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, and integrate cartographic tools such as Esri’s ArcGIS, Avenza’s MAPublisher, and QGIS to create dynamic, data-driven maps
- Utilize JavaScript mapping libraries and cartographic data visualization techniques to enhance map interactivity and functionality
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with JavaScript mapping libraries (e.g., Leaflet, D3.js, Mapbox) is a plus