GCOOS Applications Specialist
Core
Manage High Frequency Radar and Underwater Glider data services, develop ocean data products, and maintain data pipelines for the Gulf of America Coastal Ocean Observing System.
Role type
Data applications specialist (oceanography)
Builds
Real-time ocean data services and applications for a diverse user community
Domain
Oceanography / Marine Data Systems
Required skills
Python programming, database management, data validation, server infrastructure maintenance, data pipeline development, scientific data analysis
Preferred skills
Web application development, cloud computing, data visualization, exploratory data analysis, scientific writing, event management
Technologies
Python, Nginx, Tornado, Apache, GIS
Responsibilities
Maintain and enhance underwater glider piloting tools and HFR dashboards; compile and validate oceanographic data from various sensors; troubleshoot servers and data pipelines; design and develop software applications; collaborate with partners and stakeholders; represent GCOOS at conferences and events.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC