United States onlyHe/she will be lead the development and implementation of web-based versions of the applications in AWS cloud and apply advanced technical expertise to architects and build sophisticated meteorological visualization tools for the web, transforming critical forecasting applications while mentoring junior developers and establishing development standards and best practices.
Supervisory responsibilities
- None
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- 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
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
- 5+ years of professional web application development experience
- Advanced knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frontend frameworks (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, reviewing generated content.
- 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 (GeoJSON, mapping libraries, spatial operations)
- Knowledge of weather data formats (GRIB, NetCDF, etc.) and meteorological concepts
- Experience with real-time data streaming in web applications
- AWS certifications (Developer Associate, Solutions Architect)
- Experience with containerization and microservices architecture
- Background in transitioning desktop applications to web platforms
- Understanding of accessibility requirements and implementation techniques
- Ability to obtain and maintain government security clearance
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Work Environment
- Work is normally performed in a remote environment
GAMA-1 also offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, training and career development opportunities, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO - to cover vacation, illness or disability, appointments, emergencies or other situations that require time off from work). For more information click here.
ABOUT GAMA-1
GAMA-1 is a rapidly growing technology business that is based in Greenbelt, Maryland. GAMA-1 Technologies provides strategic information assurance, information security, and business enterprise and networking solutions to the Federal Government. Our success is based on the utilization of industry and agency standards, establishment of standardized processes, and IT Services expertise. At GAMA-1, we believe employees should grow, achieve, and develop just as the company grows, achieves, and develops. GAMA-1 is committed to providing our employees with opportunities for career advancement throughout their employment. For more information, visit www.gama1tech.com
GAMA-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), domestic violence victims, political orientation, status as a smoker or tobacco user, hairstyle, use of a service animal, education status, familial status, HIV/AIDS status, height, weight, reproductive healthcare decisions or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
