Scientific Programmer in Silver Spring, Maryland at Lynker Technologies

Lynker Technologies
Scientific Programmer

US-MD-Silver Spring

Job ID: 2026-1569
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Geospatial Analyst/Developer
NOAA - Silver Spring MD

Overview

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved National nautical charts and hydrographic surveys.

As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Scientific Programmer to join our growing team.

Responsibilities

Duties of the Scientific Programmer will include the following:

• Data analysis and GIS.
• Software development including Python, Integrated Development Environments, debugging principles, continuous integration testing and automated documentation. Databases and queries in PostgreSQL.
• Working with geospatial applications such as QGIS, libraries such as Geospatial Data Abstraction Library (GDAL), and OGC web services.
• Horizontal and vertical datums as well as transformations in the context of point and raster data.
• Version control best practices and experience with version control software such as Git.
• Mapping standards and techniques.
• Container-based software development and deployment platforms.

Qualifications

The Scientific Programmer selected should have the following:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Remote Sensing, Marine Science, Engineering, Biology, Oceanography, or related field.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Software development experience, including Python, integrated development environments, debugging principles, continuous integration testing, and automated documentation.
• Version control best practices and experience with version control software such as Git.
• Container-based software development and deployment platforms experience, such as Docker.
• Must be proficient in Geospatial data systems configuration; production techniques; and database manipulation.
• Experience with digital cartography, image processing, concept formulation, metadata documentation, software architecture and engineering.
• Experience with integration of general software applications, GIS software, statistics, and GIS operation.
• Knowledge of different types of remote sensing data and working with the government sector is beneficial.

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small 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.

We 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.

Lynker 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:

• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.