Radar Scientist

Climavision

1d•$90,000 - $115,000•Remote

About The Position

Climavision is seeking an experienced weather radar specialist to advance its multi-frequency radar technology. The role focuses on developing complex, novel radar-based precipitation algorithms using data from different radar frequencies, publicly available sources, and Climavision’s proprietary radar network. The scientist will work across the business while making substantial individual contributions, communicate radar precipitation products and their uses to clients and stakeholders, and conduct forensic meteorological analyses to ensure accuracy, resolve bugs, and optimize quantitative precipitation estimation (QPE) algorithms. This is a full-time, exempt, fully remote position open to candidates in the United States. The role involves frequent computer use for work, meetings, and Microsoft Teams communication, as well as occasional travel.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree with at least three years of full-time related experience, or an advanced degree in Meteorology or a related area.
At least two years of experience with Python, C#, or C++.
At least four years of experience working with dual-polarization radar data and algorithms.
Deep understanding of dual-polarization weather radar and its products, including NetCDF, ODIM, HDF5, Level-II, and/or Level-III products.
Ability to perform forensic analyses using third-party software such as PyArt or MetPy, or custom code.
Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a Linux environment.
Openness to engaging with stakeholders regardless of position or location.
Ability to independently manage priorities and take initiative on issues.
Strong technical skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of radar hardware and its impact on data quality, such as IQ data.
Understanding of radar signal processing techniques and calculations.
Familiarity with Git code repositories.
Peer-reviewed publication history.
Start-up experience.

Responsibilities

Produce and quality-control radar-based precipitation products from Climavision’s solid-state X-Band radar network.
Collaborate with software engineers to add radar capabilities to the platform.
Describe, analyze, and derive advanced Doppler and polarimetric radar variables.
Debug errors, troubleshoot issues, and perform routine quality control on radar data.
Perform forensic meteorological analyses and verify the accuracy of product development.
Communicate radar precipitation products and their uses to clients and stakeholders.
Build and optimize radar-based quantitative precipitation estimation algorithms using data from different radar frequencies, public sources, and Climavision’s proprietary radar network.