CGD Software Engineer II - Boulder, United States - National Center for Atmospheric Research
Description
Job Description Summary:
NSF NCAR, a world leader in weather and climate modeling, is seeking a software engineer to join our software engineering team supporting and enhancing our world-class Community Earth System Model (CESM) and System for Integrated Modeling of the Atmosphere (SIMA).
SIMA will be a unified community atmospheric modeling framework tied to CESM and therefore your work will directly support research into many aspects of climate change.
Your skills will help support NSF NCAR's vision of accelerating progress toward a thriving and sustainable society by developing state-of-the-art software for CESM and SIMA.
Our team collaborates with scientists to advance CESM and SIMA development and deliver state-of-the-art modeling solutions as well as more idealized modeling tools to the global atmospheric research community.
Position Details:
Visa Sponsored Job:
No
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Job Location:
Boulder, Colorado
Position Type & Term:
Full time, Term - 6 months or more (Fixed Term)
Compensation Range:
Hourly Rate Range:
Salary Range $79,698 - $99,624
*Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, and skills relevant to the role.
Application Notes
Application Deadline:
This position will be posted until Monday, April 15, 2024.
Required application materials:
(preferably in PDF Format)
(Please Attach) Resume(Please Attach) Cover Letter - Please address how your skills and experience meet the needs of this position (for more information, please refer to the Key Responsibilities and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities sections of this job posting)
Background Checks:
Conducted for candidates selected for hire
Learn moreWork Location:
Regardless of flexible work arrangements, UCAR requires ALL positions to be performed within the U.S., excluding U.S. Territories.
What You Will Do
Here is a brief summary of what one would expect to be generally responsible for in this role.
In collaboration with climate scientists and our software engineering team, port existing physics parameterizations to a new framework (called Common Community Physics Package) which is a key part of the SIMA code base.
Setup full climate simulation configurations for the climate scientists to evaluate and assist in writing user documentation.
Become actively involved in the CESM user community, providing assistance to users, and identifying and implementing improvements to CESM and SIMA functionality and user experience based on community feedback.
Who We'd Love To Join Our TeamSuccessful candidates will ensure their application materials speak to the following criteria:
Education and Experience (Required):
Bachelor's degree in a computer-related fieldProgressive relevant experience, which is typically gained by four to eight years of experience;- OR - equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficient in software design for maintainability extensibility and portability which includes:
Ability to work productively within a teamAbility to write clean, well-documented, and testable codeAbility to gather and refine software requirementsExperience in at least one modern compiled language such as Fortran 2003, C++11, etc.
UCAR affirms its commitment to employees through competitive benefits.
In addition to medical, dental, vision, retirement, and life insurance, UCAR offers a variety of programs focused on work-life balance and professional, and personal development.
These include:
Tuition Assistance, time off allowance to attend classes, and other professional development opportunitiesUCAR contributes 10% of your eligible pay into your retirement account; 100% fully vested on day oneStarting minimum accrual of 20 days of personal time off each year (prorated for less than full-time positions)10 paid holidays10 days of sick leave each year12 weeks of paid parental leaveShort-term medical leave paid at 100% of your regular salaryEcoPass for local Colorado residents to use the Denver and Boulder-area transit system at no cost
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Our organization is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome and supported.
A Welcoming Workplace site.
Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a position if they do not meet almost 100% of the desired skills and experience.
Please note this is not necessary If you meet the minimum requirements and have a passion for the work, you are encouraged to apply.
We can provide on-the-job training for the restSome Final Considerations
At UCAR|NCAR|UCP, you will work alongside a dedicated team of professionals conducting critical research and community outreach to solve complex Earth system science problems including climate change, air pollution, extreme weather, floods, drought, wildfires, and space weather, all with the goal of improving human life and reducing economic loss.
Each of us, from scientists to the professionals who support their work, serves the public and a collaborative community of scientists in our mission to understand the complex processes that make up the Earth system, from the ocean floor to the Sun's core.
Flexible Work
At UCAR, we are committed to supporting our mission by giving staff the flexibility to find the schedule and location that works best to maintain their own work-life circumstances and reach their full potential as professionals.
Equal Opportunity Employer
UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy.
Export Control
All positions are required to comply with U.S. export compliance regulations work location requirements regarding access to facilities and research systems.
Visa Wait Times
Please consider the length of visa procurement when applying for this posting, understanding that you will not be able to begin employment until you are able to get a visa and enter the U.S.