Website Developer

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Write, refactor, and maintain scientific code for processing observational data, running models, and supporting experimental workflows within the SWPC Testbed.
• Support containerization of scientific applications using tools such as Docker or Singularity to ensure reproducibility and scalability.
• Assist in the design, setup, and execution of testbed experiments, including integration of new model output and observational inputs into forecast workflows.
• Perform data analysis and quality control of space weather model and observational datasets to support testbed experiments and product validation.
• Contribute to the development of graphical user interfaces or visualization tools that enhance the usability of forecast tools and data products.
• Collaborate with research scientists, system engineers, and operational staff to ensure code and workflows are aligned with SWPC operational constraints and priorities.
• Support documentation of software, experiments, and evaluation results, and contribute to briefings or technical discussions with stakeholders.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, engineering, mathematics, atmospheric science, space physics, geophysics, or similar, from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years of web development experience.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Fortran, or C/C++, with experience working in Linux-based environments.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git), data formats (e.g., NetCDF, HDF5), and scripting for workflow automation.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex datasets, perform diagnostics, and communicate results effectively in both written and verbal formats.

Nice to Have

• Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker, Singularity) and high-performance computing (HPC) systems.
• Familiarity with atmospheric, heliophysical, or magnetospheric modeling systems or frameworks.
• Understanding of operational forecast environments and the research-to-operations process.
• Experience working on collaborative scientific software development projects or in a testbed environment.
• Master's or Ph.D. in a related discipline is preferred but not required if experience is commensurate.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost covering medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays.
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year.
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance.
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System.
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee.