Scientific Full Stack Developer

Lynker Corporation•Boulder, CO

3d•$95,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Lynker, a Federal Government Contractor, is seeking to fill a full-time position for a Senior Full Stack Developer, to support a long term contract with the Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC). Space Weather refers to variations in the space environment between the sun and Earth that can affect technologies in space and on Earth. Space weather is primarily driven by solar storm phenomena that include coronal mass ejections, solar flares, solar particle events and solar wind. These phenomena that are directed toward Earth are potential drivers of space weather events that can disrupt communications, satellite and airline operations, navigation and surveying systems, as well as electric power grids across large geographic regions on Earth. Space weather is a global issue and an understanding of solar storm phenomena is an important component to SWPC’s success at developing accurate space weather forecasts (event onset, location, duration, and magnitude). The Senior Full Stack Developer supports SWPC by implementing intuitive, accessible, and responsive web interfaces that communicate critical space weather information. This position is a mid level to senior opportunity, ideal for individuals who want to contribute to the modernization of SWPC's web presence and Testbed applications. Working closely with the Web and Testbed teams as well as other developers in the Technology Division, the developer will translate scientific and operational requirements into clean, user-centered designs, and support front-end implementation using contemporary web technologies.

Requirements

At least a Master’s degree in atmospheric science, space physics, geophysics, engineering, computer science, graphic design, human-computer interaction, or mathematics from an accredited institution and at least 8 years of experience in related areas.
Proven experience as a Full-Stack Developer, with prior experience in a senior or lead capacity
Strong proficiency in JavaScript frameworks (Vue, React, Svelte)
Solid back-end development experience with Java, Python, and Node.js (Django experience a plus)
Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
Hands-on experience with Docker for deployment
Experience with automated testing tools such as Selenium and Playwright
Familiarity with ETL processes and tools such as Prefect
Experience integrating AI/ML features into production applications
Strong project management skills, with Agile/Scrum experience
Excellent client-facing communication skills
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a development team
Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder to qualify
(US Citizen must live in US for 3-5 years prior to application)

Nice To Haves

Exposure to Drupal or similar CMS platforms, especially in theming or content structuring.
Basic understanding of user research methods such as surveys, user interviews, or A/B testing.
Interest or coursework in space science, atmospheric physics, or scientific visualization.
Familiarity with web API integration and visualizing scientific data in browser-based environments.
Experience with Git or other version control systems.
Ability to communicate design intent and usability rationale effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

Design user-friendly, responsive interfaces for SWPC’s web applications and product delivery systems.
Assist in the development of wireframes, mockups, and prototypes based on stakeholder input and usability goals.
Modernize legacy applications using modern JavaScript frameworks such as Vue, React, and Svelte
Build user-friendly, data-rich interfaces with strong attention to detail and user experience
Integrate generative AI and machine learning features to support client-facing scheduling and decision-making tools
Design and modernize back-end systems using Java, Python, and Node.js
Develop RESTful APIs using Python and the Django framework
Work with relational and NoSQL databases including Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB
Build and maintain ETL pipelines and services using Prefect
Deploy applications to dedicated servers using Docker
Manage and evolve software architecture to improve efficiency, scalability, and performance
Organize and manage new projects, ensuring scope, budget, and deadlines are met throughout the project lifecycle
Lead a team of developers, providing technical direction and code/QA review
Meet regularly with clients and stakeholders to maintain open communication and align on project goals
Assess stakeholder needs and translate them into actionable requirements using Agile/Scrum methodology
Test and QA other developers' work as part of the standard development process
Write automated test scripts using Selenium and Playwright to validate new deployments and prevent regressions
Contribute to debugging and continuous improvement of application architecture
Design and build demo applications and performance-based campaigns to showcase product capabilities

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