Scientific Programmer

Lynker Corporation

$90K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Silver Spring, MD
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in GIS, Remote Sensing, Marine Science, Engineering, Biology, Oceanography, or related field.
  • 5+ years of related experience in scientific programming.
  • Proficient in Python, integrated development environments, and debugging principles.
  • Experience with version control software, specifically Git.
  • Familiarity with container-based solutions, preferably Docker, for software development.
  • Knowledgeable in configuring and manipulating geospatial data systems.
  • Experience with digital cartography and image processing techniques.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct data analysis and work with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
  • Develop software applications using Python and automate documentation processes.
  • Utilize geospatial applications like QGIS, GDAL, and OGC web services effectively.
  • Implement mapping standards and techniques relevant to geospatial data.
  • Ensure best practices in version control and manage software releases using Git.
  • Develop and deploy applications through containerization techniques.
  • Work with horizontal and vertical datums in point and raster data contexts.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare at no monthly cost to the employee.
  • Coverage includes medical, prescription, dental, and vision.
  • Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) and holidays.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) benefits, fostering ownership.
  • Tuition assistance for further education and training support.
  • Employee assistance program for personal and professional support.
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance.
  • Life and accident insurance coverage.
  • Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses for achievements.
Full Job Description
Overview

As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Scientific Programmer to join our growing team.

Responsibilities

Duties of the Scientific Programmer will include the following:

  • Data analysis and GIS.
  • Software development including Python, Integrated Development Environments, debugging principles, continuous integration testing and automated documentation. Databases and queries in PostgreSQL.
  • Working with geospatial applications such as QGIS, libraries such as Geospatial Data Abstraction Library (GDAL), and OGC web services.
  • Horizontal and vertical datums as well as transformations in the context of point and raster data.
  • Version control best practices and experience with version control software such as Git.
  • Mapping standards and techniques.
  • Container-based software development and deployment platforms.


Qualifications

The Scientific Programmer selected should have the following:

  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in GIS, Remote Sensing, Marine Science, Engineering, Biology, Oceanography, or related field.
  • 5+ years of related experience.
  • Software development experience, including Python, integrated development environments, debugging principles, continuous integration testing, and automated documentation.
  • Version control best practices and experience with version control software such as Git.
  • Container-based software development and deployment platforms experience, such as Docker.
  • Must be proficient in Geospatial data systems configuration; production techniques; and database manipulation.
  • Experience with digital cartography, image processing, concept formulation, metadata documentation, software architecture and engineering.
  • Experience with integration of general software applications, GIS software, statistics, and GIS operation.
  • Knowledge of different types of remote sensing data and working with the government sector is beneficial.


Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:
  • Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
  • Healthcare benefit covers 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) - we're all company owners!
  • 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 to learn at your own pace
  • Personalized career growth plans for every employee

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