Sr Applications Developer

Job Title

Sr Applications Developer

Location

US (Primary)

Category

Information Technology

Job Type

Full-Time

Compensation Minimum (USD)

$125,000

Compensation Maximum (USD)

$145,000

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Citizenship Status Required

U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident

Security Clearance Required

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

Job Description

About Science and Technology Corporation (STC):

STC is a science, sensors, and systems company founded in 1979. We continually expand our Earth and Space Sciences support capabilities to NASA, NOAA, DoD, and other Federal and State agencies. Our staff support many of the operational missions that monitor the heartbeat of our planet through a growing number of Earth Observing System of Systems platforms and direct field research. We also research and investigate leading-edge observing technologies and assist in their integration into operations.

• Employment Category: Full-time/Exempt
• Location: Hybrid/Silver Spring, MD & Remote
• Security Clearance: None
• Citizenship: or Permanent Resident
• Salary: $125,000 - $145,000

STC is seeking candidates to hire a Senior Applications Developer to support the National Weather Service (NWS) on the

AWIPS Application Environment contract. AWIPS (Advanced Weather Interactive Processing System) is the

mission-critical platform used by forecasters at National Weather Service sites nationwide to analyze environmental data and issue the forecasts, watches, and warnings that help protect lives and property.

This role supports the cloud-native modernization of operational forecasting systems through the development and implementation of web-based applications hosted in the AWS cloud. As a Senior Applications Developer, you will apply advanced technical expertise to architect and build sophisticated meteorological visualization tools for the web, transforming critical forecasting applications while mentoring junior developers and establishing development standards and best practices.

The successful candidate will work closely with software engineers, UX designers, meteorologists, and technical stakeholders within a collaborative Agile environment supporting modern web technologies, cloud-native services, and operational weather systems.
Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex components for web applications using advanced JavaScript/TypeScript techniques and modern frameworks.
• Architect high-performance solutions for rendering meteorological data visualizations in web browsers.
• Lead the implementation of sophisticated features such as multi-layer maps, interactive weather data analysis tools, and real-time data visualization.
• Develop scalable backend services and APIs to support web-based weather visualization applications in AWS.
• Create efficient data processing pipelines for handling large meteorological datasets.
• Establish coding standards, patterns, and best practices for the development team.
• Mentor junior developers and conduct thorough code reviews to ensure quality and knowledge transfer.
• Design and implement advanced visualization techniques for weather data using WebGL, Canvas, and other web technologies.
• Optimize application performance for handling complex meteorological datasets and real-time updates.
• Collaborate with UX designers to create intuitive interfaces for complex forecasting workflows.
• Work with meteorologists and domain experts to translate specialized requirements into technical solutions.
• Identify and resolve complex technical challenges across the application stack.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection for web applications.
• Lead development efforts for critical application components and features.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off Starting at 80 hrs/yr, 11 Federal holidays, and 56 hrs/yr Sick Leave
• 401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Tuition reimbursement

Job Requirements

• 5+ years of professional web application development experience.
• Advanced knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frontend frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Demonstrated experience building complex, data-intensive web applications.
• Experience with microservices-driven architecture in AWS.
• Strong expertise in web application architecture and design patterns.
• Experience with geospatial data visualization or interactive mapping applications.
• Knowledge of RESTful API design and backend service development.
• Experience with AWS cloud services and serverless architecture.
• Strong understanding of performance optimization for web applications.
• Experience leveraging Generative AI development tools to accelerate and assist in the development process.
• Knowledge of best practices in GenAI prompting, development, and reviewing generated content.

Preferred

• Experience with meteorological applications or scientific visualization tools.
• Advanced knowledge of WebGL, Three.js, or Canvas-based visualization techniques.
• Experience with D3.js or other advanced data visualization libraries.
• Strong background in geospatial technologies including GeoJSON, mapping libraries, and spatial operations.
• Knowledge of weather data formats such as GRIB and NetCDF and familiarity with meteorological concepts.
• Experience with real-time data streaming in web applications.
• AWS certifications such as Developer Associate or Solutions Architect.
• Experience with containerization and microservices architecture.
• Background in transitioning desktop applications to web platforms.
• Understanding of accessibility requirements and implementation techniques.

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.