Patrick Hill
About Patrick Hill
Patrick Hill is a Senior GIS Developer with extensive experience in designing geographic databases and a strong background in Geographic Information Systems. He has worked at Blue Raster since 2020 and previously spent 14 years at ESRI as a Software Engineer.
Work at Blue Raster
Patrick Hill has been employed at Blue Raster as a Senior GIS Developer since 2020. In this role, he applies his extensive experience in Geographic Information Systems to develop solutions that meet client needs. His work involves merging concepts from Geographic Information Science and artificial intelligence, focusing on the development of geospatial analysis software and supporting data structures. He operates from O'Fallon, Illinois, contributing to projects that leverage his skills in remote sensing and imagery processing.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Hill holds multiple degrees in relevant fields. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Geography from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 1990 to 1994. He furthered his education with a Master of Arts in Geography from the University of Illinois Chicago from 1999 to 2001. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Chicago in 2006. His educational background supports his expertise in Geographic Information Systems and computer science.
Background
Patrick Hill has a comprehensive background in Geographic Information Systems, having worked in various capacities over the years. He served as a Software Engineer at ESRI for 14 years, from 2006 to 2020, where he gained significant experience in designing geographic databases. Prior to that, he worked as a Geographic Specialist at the US Census Bureau from 1997 to 2000. His career reflects a strong commitment to the field of GIS and its applications in different sectors.
Technical Skills
Patrick Hill possesses a diverse set of technical skills relevant to his role as a Senior GIS Developer. He is proficient in a variety of programming languages, including Python, JavaScript, Java, C++, C#, and C. His expertise extends to technologies such as ArcGIS, XML, HTML, and geoprocessing. Additionally, he specializes in remote sensing, imagery processing and analysis, artificial intelligence, and computer vision, allowing him to effectively tackle complex geospatial challenges.
Achievements in GIS Development
Throughout his career, Patrick Hill has made significant contributions to the development of geospatial analysis software and supporting data structures. His specialized domain experience spans the defense and transportation sectors, where he has applied his skills to enhance geographic databases and analysis tools. His work integrates high-performance computing with GIS, showcasing his ability to innovate within the field.