Scientific Applications Developer

Lynker Corporation•Miami, FL

2d•$78,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts. As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Scientific Applications Developer to join our growing team, and support a long term contract with NOAA.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to work independently, take initiative, and troubleshoot complex software systems or analytical workflows with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in scientific programming, particularly Python and Unix Shell scripting languages.
Proficiency in statistical analysis and methods.
Strong knowledge of the software development life cycle, such as Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
Robust problem-solving and analytical skills with a proven ability to troubleshoot complex, high-consequence software systems.
Experience with the reading, management, and display of large gridded datasets and other types of meteorological data, including surface observations.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of additional computer languages including javascript, FORTRAN
Knowledge of common meteorological data formats including Grib(1,2), Zarr, NetCDF, BUFR, GIS formats (geojson, shapefiles, KML)
Hands-on experience with collaborative software development and source code management using Git and GitHub.
Knowledge of AI coding workflows [e.g. copilot], including the responsible use of agentic AI for scientific applications.
Experience optimizing code/applications for cloud computing
Knowledge of tropical meteorology and hazards, especially tropical cyclones

Responsibilities

Design and execute rigorous statistical validation methodologies to calibrate and validate operational warning applications, tools, and/or models.
Work in close collaboration with the NHC Science and Mission Integration Division (SMID) staff and external research collaborators.
Design and evaluate software systems and processes specifically tailored to meet rigorous operational requirements.
Help with Research-to-Operations (R2O) pipelines for designated downstream model applications.
Leverage web development and data visualization tools like Python, GIS, and JavaScript to represent complex meteorological datasets.
Swiftly adapt to rapidly evolving software environments, analytical workflows, and modeling technologies.

Benefits

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