Scientific Software and Cloud Developer - Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Careers Settings ☰ Jobs Help Scientific Software and Cloud Developer 🔍 *Laurel, *Maryland, *United States New 📁 Research and Analysis 💼 SES - Space Exploration Sector 📅 3 days ago Post Date Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up for Job Alerts Are you deeply motivated by science questions? Are you trained in science, and love solving problems with clever algorithms and software? Do you enjoy learning new concepts and working with others on innovative projects? Are you also open to working on applied solutions that help keep our country safe? If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our team at APL. We are seeking a scientific software developer to help with cloud-based science analysis tasks. Key efforts involve develping analysis portals and assisting science teams with data-heavy analysis projects using Amazon Web Services. Most of our projects are for Heliophysics and planetary science, but we also support National Security Space applications. You will draw from your PhD experiences, but also be encouraged to generalize to other areas. Typical projects include science analysis, algorithm development for higher level products, assisting with calibration and calibration tools, and machine learning / data mining. We also define and develop software for opportunity analysis and instrument planning and commanding. You’ll be joining a team of engineers and scientists who love to combine their physics, engineering, and math knowledge with software skills to create tools for one-of-a-kind space programs involving both civil space efforts and national security projects. As a scientific software developer, your primary responsibility will be the support of multiple science projects that are seeking to migrate to a cloud-based approach. Projects are collaborative and cross-disciplinary, with coding done mainly in Python or Java. The software is the tool, and the successful candidate will be able to learn new tools as appropriate for the task at hand. Also, you will... work on several teams of scientists and developers use your science knowledge to convert ideas into software requirements, designs and tools present results at internal team meetings, to external sponsors, and at occasional conferences use a professional, team-based development process You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you: have a PhD Degree or equivalent in physics, engineering, or math, or a related field have experience with cloud computing, preferably using Amazon Web Services have experience with science analysis of space-based data (in-situ or remote sensing) have developed science or simulation codes in Java, Python, or Matlab are willing and able to learn new programming languages have excellent written and verbal communication skills are able to obtain a Secret level security clearance. If selected you will be subject to government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. Can demonstrate that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. To ensure the safety and well-being of the community, APL has established a policy requiring that all staff be vaccinated against COVID-19. All staff members must provide proof of full vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation by their start date. You will go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you: have 5+ years of experience with scientific software systems, data management, or data analysis have written software in a team environment or for use by someone other than yourself have demonstrated professional communications via publication of conference talks / posters or at internal team meetings have experience with space-based instrumentation, such as energetic particle instruments, magnetometers, gamma ray detectors or imagers have used machine learning algorithms on time series or image data Why work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers Additional Information Primary Mission Area: Civil Space Requisition ID: 29904 Security Clearance Required on Start Date: Clearance not required Final Security Clearance Required: Secret Previous Job Searches Similar Listings CFD-Analyst – Ocean Engineering FPS - Force Projection Sector *Laurel, *Maryland, *United States 📁 Research and Analysis Post Date: Feb 14, 2022 AFSIM Analyst FPS - Force Projection Sector *Laurel, *Maryland, *United States 📁 Research and Analysis Post Date: Jan 15, 2022 Senior Project Architect BCFD - Business Construction and Facilities Department *Laurel, *Maryland, *United States 📁 Research and Analysis Post Date: Mar 16, 2022 View More Listings Jobs Help Site Map © Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. All rights reserved. APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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