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This role focuses on the critical pipeline that converts diverse, native-format meteorological observations into standardized formats required for downstream numerical weather prediction (NWP) systems.\nResponsibilities\nDuties of the Scientific Software Engineer will include the following:\nTechnical Operations & R&D\nDevelop, maintain, and optimize C and Fortran programs used to decode raw meteorological bulletins.\nTranslate non-standard native data formats into BUFR and JEDI IODA netcdf by engineering specialized decoder logic\nEnsure uninterrupted, efficient data flow by managing input and output streams for ingest data queues, descriptor lists, and temporary BUFR message storage.\nSystems & Data Integration\nMonitor and troubleshoot operational data ingestion across major meteorological data servers, including LDM, DBNet, GTS, and WIS2.\nEnsure decoded data tanks are optimized for rapid assimilation into the NCEP NWP system, supporting the generation of thousands of daily weather products.\nManage and maintain the software repositories pertaining to legacy and operational decoder processing.\nCoordination & Reporting\nLiaise with upstream data originators and downstream NCO Operations users to seamlessly integrate new observational data types into the BUFR pipeline.\nReport on software task progress, system performance metrics, and project risks to the Lead Scientist and Federal oversight managers.\nParticipate in the Modernization of Observation Infrastructure project (GEODE) to transition legacy decoder frameworks to modern architectures.\nQualifications\nThe Scientist Software Engineer selected for this role should meet the following qualifications:\nAdvanced skills and knowledge of Fortran and C programming languages specifically tailored for data parsing and processing.\nDeep understanding of BUFR (Binary Universal Form for the Representation of meteorological data), including table-driven descriptors and binary extraction logic.\nExperience working in a UNIX/Linux environment with advanced shell scripting languages.\nDemonstrated knowledge of meteorological data servers and distribution networks (LDM, DBNet, GTS, WIS2).\nSkills and knowledge of High-Performance Computing (HPC) file systems and job schedulers (e.g., WCOSS environment, MPI, Slurm, LSF).\nKnowledge of modern software development practices and version control software, particularly Git/GitHub/Gitflow.\nAbility to perform complex, mission-critical debugging in a fast-paced, operational environment.\nAdditional desirable experiences and skills include:\nKnowledge of global Data Assimilation (DA) systems and observation networks.\nExperience transitioning legacy meteorological codebases into Cloud environments.\nBackground in atmospheric physics or earth system modeling.\nAbout Lynker\nLynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.\nWe focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities - creatively and effectively.\nLynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:\nComprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost\nHealthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision\nPersonal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays\nHighly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks\n401(k) retirement plan with company-matching\nEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - we're all company owners!\nFlexible spending accounts\nEmployee assistance program (EAP)\nShort- and long-term disability insurance\nLife and accident insurance\nTuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year\nSpot bonuses for exceptional performance\nAnnual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses\nEmployee Referral Program\nFree centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace\nPersonalized career growth plans for every employee\nLynker is an E-Verify employer.\nLynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. 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