Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) · 1 week ago
Support Scientist III
Lanham, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$105K/yr - $120K/yrScience Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) is seeking a Support Scientist III to support an Earth Science contract at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. The role involves providing advanced software engineering and technical support for the development and operational delivery of decision support systems that utilize Earth observation data.
Machine LearningManufacturingSoftware EngineeringWeb Development
Responsibilities
Supporting the operational delivery of Earth observation–based products
Contributing to the development and maintenance of an Earth observation repository
Improving hydrologic decision support
Associated project/database management
Outreach and communication activities
Qualification
Required
Degree in computer science, software engineering, Earth system science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated experience in software development using scientific programming and scripting languages (e.g., Python, C/C++, Fortran, shell scripting)
Experience with Git/GitLab-based configuration management, version control, and software delivery processes
Experience supporting software verification, validation, regression testing, and documentation using defined standards and repeatable procedures
Ability to manage, curate, and work with large Earth science datasets
Preferred
Experience supporting Earth observation data systems and/or operational data product delivery for decision support applications
Experience contributing to data repositories and collaborating with distributed project teams on user needs, outreach, and communications
Company
Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI)
Science Systems and Applications, Inc.
Founded in 1977
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rachit Mahajan, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
David McBride
Chief Operating Officer
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