Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SAIC is seeking a Scientific Software Engineer to support The Ocean Biology Processing Group at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center.

The Ocean Biology Processing Group ( http://oceancolor.gsfc.nasa.gov ) at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center is a world leader in satellite-based remote sensing of the ocean. This position will support scientific software development for current and future satellite radiometers supported by the OBPG.

Duties include:

• Implementation of processing algorithms in science software

• Evaluation and validation of code performance and adherence to coding standards

• Code testing and verification using static and dynamic analysis tools

• Code maintenance and configuration management control

Qualifications

Required Skills: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the development of scientific data processing software using C or C++ in a UNIX/Linux environment. Strong verbal and written communications skills. The successful candidate must also be eligible for unescorted access to NASA facilities.

Desired Skills: Experience with scientific software development for satellite remote sensing and evaluation of geophysical products retrieved from satellite data. Experience with Python, Fortran, Git.

Education: Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or Physical Science (postgraduate education will be considered for professional experience).

Citizenship

• Must be a US citizen or a Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site. REQNUMBER: 2407967

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