Systems Engineer - Data Analysis & Algorithms
About The Position
Picarro is seeking a Systems Engineer - Data Analysis & Algorithms to develop advanced data processing workflows, scientific algorithms, and analytical tools that support high-precision instrumentation systems. This role is ideal for candidates with strong Python programming skills, a solid foundation in mathematics and statistics, and experience working with scientific datasets in research or engineering environments. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize data analysis pipelines, custom scripts, and visualization tools that enable deeper insights into complex measurement systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field
- Strong proficiency in Python for data analysis and algorithm development
- Hands-on experience with Jupyter notebooks and Python scripting
- Experience with scientific Python libraries: NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, Matplotlib
- Strong foundation in mathematics and statistics
- Experience in data analysis, modeling, and visualization
- Advanced Python programming for scientific and analytical applications
- Ability to develop reproducible data pipelines and analysis workflows
- Strong understanding of data structures and numerical methods
- Experience with scientific plotting and data visualization techniques
- Familiarity with software development tools and practices
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Git and collaborative software development workflows
- Exposure to Agile development methodologies
- Experience developing reusable analysis frameworks or scientific tools
- MS or PhD in a relevant technical or scientific discipline
- Experience working with instrumentation data or physical measurement systems
- Strong problem-solving and algorithm development skills
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain Python-based data analysis tools, scripts, and Jupyter notebooks
- Design and implement algorithms for processing and interpreting scientific measurement data
- Create scalable workflows for data cleaning, transformation, and analysis
- Build high-quality data visualizations for scientific and engineering interpretation
- Support the development and execution of Picarro custom analysis frameworks and tools
- Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate data insights into system development
- Perform statistical analysis and mathematical modeling of experimental datasets
- Contribute to algorithm validation, benchmarking, and performance optimization
- Work within Agile development processes and version-controlled environments
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) plans
- Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Employee Referral Program
- 401K
- Social events (summer picnic, holiday party, team lunches, etc.)
- On-site Health & Wellness programs (fitness challenges, outdoor bootcamp, flu-shots, etc.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
