Familiarity with open-source scientific libraries like NumPy, SciPy, and Astropy
Proficiency with Git and collaborative version-control workflows
Experience with spectral astronomical data
Knowledge of software testing tools and practices
Excellent analytical and communication skills
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain software for processing and calibrating astronomical data
Build and enhance calibration pipelines for space-based instruments
Collaborate with astronomers to solve complex scientific challenges
Contribute to internal development and user-facing tools
Identify and resolve issues, enhancing software performance
Provide technical guidance to teams and end users
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with astronomers and engineers
Opportunities to contribute to multi-mission space science projects
Engagement in high-impact research
Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
Work in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
Full Job Description
Job Description:
Job Summary
This role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining scientific software that converts raw spacecraft data into high-precision products used by astronomers worldwide. The position supports multiple space science missions and contributes directly to calibration pipelines and data processing systems in a fast-paced, multi-mission environment.
The role involves close collaboration with astronomers and engineering teams to develop robust, accurate software solutions for processing spectral astronomical data. The engineer will help identify technical challenges, implement effective solutions, and provide guidance to both internal teams and end users.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain software for processing and calibrating astronomical data
Build and enhance calibration pipelines for space-based scientific instruments
Collaborate with astronomers to deliver solutions to complex scientific problems
Contribute to both internal development efforts and external user-facing tools
Identify issues, implement fixes, and improve performance and reliability of data processing software
Provide technical guidance to development teams and end users
Required Qualifications
Strong expertise in Python software development
Experience developing software in C
Experience using open-source scientific libraries such as NumPy, SciPy, and Astropy
Proficiency with Git and collaborative version-control workflows
Experience working with spectral astronomical data
Familiarity with software testing tools and practices
Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with data formats such as YAML, JSON, HDF5, or similar
Experience working with astronomical data formats
Educational background in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, astronomy, or a closely related discipline
Working Place:
Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Company :
2026 Feb 12th Virtual - Space Telescope Science Institute
