University of South Florida · 1 week ago
Solutions Engineer in Ocean and Environmental Data Visualization Products
St. Petersburg, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe University of South Florida is seeking a skilled Solutions Engineer to support the development and maintenance of advanced data systems and interactive digital products for their newly established data visualization center. This role involves creating geospatial visualizations, collaborating with leadership and clients, and ensuring data interoperability and accessibility.
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Responsibilities
Push the boundaries of data science by creating compelling, immersive geospatial visualizations of complex environmental data. Collaborate with the center's leadership and clients to propose solutions that illustrate how products derived from geospatial data can address critical scientific and environmental issues
Serve as a technical expert in open-source and proprietary geospatial visualization tools and infrastructure (R, Shiny, Python, ArcGIS products, 3D modeling software, Git, etc.)
Plan, execute, and maintain workflows that support acquisition, processing, visualization, and sharing of diverse datasets
Develop, document, and distribute technical solutions for data interoperability, metadata standards, and accessibility via cloud-based services and public repositories
Present and distribute geospatial products to external groups. Successfully design presentations for technical and non-technical customers
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience with the ESRI suite creating maps, programming custom GIS applications, performing spatial analyses, and/or configuring geospatial web applications
1+ years of experience in environmental, cinematic, scientific, or academic industries
Knowledge of cloud computing concepts, governance, and pipelines. Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, or similar) and web services
Remarkable presentation, interpersonal, and listening skills
Ability to use photorealistic rendering, spatial analysis, and cross-platform capabilities to power immersive simulations, digital twins, and XR solutions
Strong programming or scripting experience with either one or multiple of these languages: .NET, C++, C#, Kotlin, Swift, Python, JavaScript, R, or Julia
Understanding of ArcGIS from an IT context (such as hardware, storage, security, networking, web services, cloud computing)
Bachelor's in oceanography, geography, atmospheric science, geography, computer science, data science, mathematics, or a related field
Based in St. Petersburg, FL with ability to travel domestically or internationally and ability to pass a level 2 background check
Preferred
Experience creating custom geospatial applications with real-world data using ESRI Developer tools, SDKs, APIs, or Game Engines
Familiarity with marine or environmental data standards (e.g., NetCDF, CF conventions, OPENDAP, ERDDAP, THREDDS)
Experience in technical consulting, troubleshooting, and conceptual solution design
Experience incorporating real-time observations with existing GIS data and IT infrastructure
Experience with geodatabases and underlying DBMS technology
Experience with 3D modeling software (Maya, Blender, Houdini, Fledermaus, Unity, Unreal Engine, etc.)
Master's in oceanography, atmospheric science, geography, computer science, mathematics, data science, or a related field
Ability to think strategically
Demonstrated proficiency in visioning, conceptual design and storytelling
Adaptability and resourcefulness
The ability to empathize with users of the visualization center to create valuable and practical visuals
Benefits
Medical, dental and life insurance plans
Retirement plan options
Employee and dependent tuition programs
Generous leave
Hundreds of employee perks and discounts
Company
University of South Florida
University of South Florida is a public research university located in Tampa, Florida.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$170.33MKey Investors
The Duke Energy FoundationNational Institute of Standards and TechnologyFederal Railroad Administration
2024-09-17Grant· $0.07M
2024-04-03Grant· $0.2M
2023-09-25Grant· $17.07M
Leadership Team
Sidney Fernandes
CIO and Vice President Digital Experiences
Shilen Patel
Trustee
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