EarthScope Consortium · 1 month ago
Full-Stack Web Designer/Developer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$109K/yr - $120K/yr
4+ years expEarthScope Consortium is dedicated to supporting transformative global geophysical research and education. The Full-Stack Designer/Developer is responsible for leading the design and development of a website for the NSF-funded National Geophysical Facility and enhancing EarthScope’s existing web stack.
Research
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work with management, staff and external stakeholders to design and implement a web stack for the NSF National Geophysical Facility from the ground up within a company-managed AWS cloud environment
Revise and evolve current EarthScope web assets, currently comprised of multiple website instances, to support and complement the NGF stack
Evaluate and support a comprehensive approach to content management through a consistent content management system (CMS)
Develop information architecture that reflects EarthScope’s mission in data curation, open science, and advanced data analysis (big data workflows, ML/AI) and access for a wide range of users with varied technical backgrounds
Create intuitive user flows and interface designs that prioritize usability, accessibility, and engagement
In collaboration with the communications team, ensure the consistent presentation and use of branding, color schemes, fonts, division classes, and styles for all EarthScope managed web pages. This includes adherence to NSF mandated design standards (logo size etc.)
Build responsive, scalable, and performant front-end and back-end web architecture
Collaborate with scientists, data engineers, and communication specialists to translate organizational needs into technical and design solutions
Ensure web site integration with existing data systems, APIs, and cloud-based services
Establish best practices for site maintenance, security, and future extensibility
Other duties may be assigned as necessary for the successful operation of the business
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience as a Full-Stack Developer or UI/UX Engineer with a portfolio of web applications or sites showcasing design and technical implementation
PhD degree in geoscience, computer science, physical science, engineering, or related field AND four (4) years of relevant experience of which two (2) years include lead or major roles
OR
Master's degree in geoscience, computer science, physical science, engineering, or related field AND five (5) years of relevant experience of which three (3) years include lead or major roles
OR
Bachelor's in geoscience, computer science, physical science, engineering, or related field AND six (6) years of relevant experience of which four (4) years include lead or major roles
OR
Eight (8) years of relevant experience of which four (4) years include lead or major roles
Preferred
An understanding of earth sciences, earth science data, and the earth science community
Hands-on expertise in content management systems (CMS, e.g. WordPress, Drupal)
Knowledge of search optimization, caching, and performance tuning for high-traffic web applications
Experience establishing design systems and reusable component libraries for scalable front-end development
Experience in web application development languages such as python and javascript and associated libraries
Experience in notebook technologies like Jupyter Notebooks, Jupyter Lab and Observable
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical Plan Covering Medical, Dental, Vision
Short Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
403(b) Plan with Company Match
Life Insurance
PTO, Paid Holidays
Company
EarthScope Consortium
EarthScope Consortium is a new organization formed by the merger of UNAVCO and IRIS. Operator of the GAGE and SAGE Facilities. #NSFfunded
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Annie Zaino
Engineering Manager - NOTA International/EPIC Operations
Maggie Burke, MA, SPHR, SHRM-CP
Chief Administrative Officer (CFAO)
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