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Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) · 2 hours ago

Software Engineer II

Greenbelt, MD, Lanham, MD, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$85K/yr - $100K/yr

5+ years exp

Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) is seeking a Software Engineer II to support an Earth Science contract at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. The role involves providing software engineering support for the SNOW mission, including defining software requirements and developing tools for data management and accessibility.

Machine LearningManufacturingSoftware EngineeringWeb Development

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Define software requirements for federal data archives (e.g., NSIDC) to support metadata management and search functionality for scientific data

Develop and maintain tools or systems for data ingestion, temporary hosting, and management for field campaign and validation teams

Support science teams in preparing, finalizing, and archiving datasets in compliance with federal archival standards

Ensure data integrity, accessibility, and usability for scientists and end-users

Collaborate with scientists, data managers, and federal archive personnel to translate scientific needs into functional software solutions

Qualification

PythonJavaC++DatabasesMetadata standardsWeb services/APIsRequirements analysisUser trainingProblem-solvingCollaboration skillsDocumentation

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, systems engineering, physics, atmospheric science or related field and 5 years' experience in software engineering or development. Or, the equivalent combination of education and experience

Proficiency in programming (Python, Java, or C++) and software development for scientific data systems

Experience with databases and metadata standards (ISO 19115, CF Conventions) for data management and archival

Knowledge of data validation, quality control, and long-term preservation best practices

Ability to develop or interface with web services/APIs for data access and search

Strong requirements analysis, problem-solving, and collaboration skills with scientists and archive personnel

Clear documentation and ability to train users on data submission and archival processes

Company

Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI)

Science Systems and Applications, Inc.

Founded in 1977

Lanham, Maryland, USA

501-1000 employees

https://www.ssaihq.com

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