Geospatial Operations Specialist II

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. 

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

As a Geospatial Data Operations Specialist II, you will play a key role in ensuring that map content moves reliably through onX systems and into customers' hands. You will collaborate with Project Managers and the geospatial team across onX's verticals to execute work that supports product roadmaps as needs arise. This role is focused on data acquisition, ingestion, and curation, with outreach to external data sources and agencies being a core component of your work. You will apply your communication skills, technical aptitude, and keen attention to detail to ensure our data meets its high standards for quality and trustworthiness.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
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• Data Management: Leverage existing geospatial pipelines to ensure the reliable delivery of data. Transform geospatial and non-geospatial datasets into formats that are readily ingestible into onX systems.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct visual quality control on our map content and investigate customer-submitted error reports to improve our products.
• Communication: Proactively communicate the status of your work and escalate any identified data quality risks, pipeline gaps, or platform limitations to the appropriate team members.
• Data Acquisition and Ingestion: Assist in data acquisition tasks by gathering readily available geospatial data and support the team by performing data source ingestion.
• Data Processing: Run routine data processing tasks using onX proprietary data processing platforms, ensuring you understand the required inputs and expected outputs.
• Quality Control: Conduct basic Quality Control (QC) of post-processed geospatial map data, recognizing data processing limitations, anomalies, and bugs. You will escalate identified issues to senior Specialists or Analysts for resolution.
• Data Analysis: Perform visual comparisons of candidate datasets to help determine their relative quality and usefulness for our products.
• Problem-Solving: Identify and troubleshoot basic technical issues with geospatial tools and processes, providing clear and concise problem descriptions to the team to help with replication and resolution

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Wildlife Management, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of professional geospatial experience.
• A foundational understanding of geospatial data concepts and a passion for learning more.
• Familiarity with common geospatial tools (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS) and an ability to follow established procedures for data processing and analysis.
• A keen eye for detail, especially for conducting visual data comparisons and quality control checks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• An interest in outdoor recreation products.
• A strong curiosity for exploring new technologies, including AI
• A shared passion for and ability to demonstrate onX’s Company Values.
• Permanent US work authorization is a condition of employment with onX.
• Ability to travel bi-annuallyfor multiple days to a corporate office or other onX strategic location, such as a Basecamp. 

ADDED BONUSES

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

• Experience using QGIS.
• Familiarity with basic SQL queries.
• Experience working effectively in a remote or distributed team.
• Personal experience using onX products.

THE ONX EXPERIENCE

onX is a distributed company with more than 400 employees across the country. We come together regularly to work in person and stay connected through regional basecamps and a culture that balances individual ownership with deep collaboration.

While we move quickly, we’re not a scrappy start-up. We operate with clear goals, structure, and frameworks that guide how we prioritize and execute. Priorities matter. While they may shift, data shapes how we evolve as our business, products, and the world around us change.

Clear priorities and structure don’t limit ownership - they make it possible. You’ll have the autonomy to define your work and make meaningful decisions within clear strategic boundaries. You’ll partner closely with others to solve complex problems and build solutions that scale across teams and platforms. Along the way, you’ll be supported with feedback, tools, and opportunities to grow your craft as you take on new challenges.

WHERE YOU CAN WORK

onX has created a thriving distributed workforce designed to foster connection, collaboration, and shared experience across several US locations. We have two HQ locations in Bozeman and Missoula, MT and established virtual workforce Basecamps in Austin, TX; Denver, CO; Kalispell, MT; Minneapolis, MN; Portland, OR; Salt Lake City, UT; and Seattle, WA.

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 $62,000 and $72,000 upon hire. The pay range will vary based upon experience, skills, certifications, 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 an 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
• Paid parental leave of 13 weeks for birthing parents and 5 weeks for non-birthing parents
• 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
• Flexible time away package that includes PTO, STO, VTO, and paid 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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