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CIRES/ NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center, SWFO-L1 Software Engineer

**Requisition Number:** 68275

**Location:** Boulder Colorado

**Employment Type:** Research Faculty

**Schedule:** Full Time

**Posting Close Date:** 14-Nov-2025

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Job Summary

The Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) invites applications for an Associate Scientist position at the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC). The successful applicant will work with the Space Weather Follow On - L1 (SWFO-L1) and Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite-19 (GOES-19) Compact Coronagraph teams. This position will require a mix of software engineering and scientific skill sets. The primary responsibility will be transitioning of the satellite science instrument ground data processing system from development to operations for the benefit of forecasters and customers.

A key element of this activity will be the development of space weather visualizations using this data and data from related satellite missions including the Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) and Polarimeter to Unify the Corona and Heliosphere (PUNCH). Together, these missions are critical to ensuring the highest quality space weather forecasts, and the applications developed using these missions will be used to improve and enhance SWPC's geomagnetic and radiation storm forecasts. The individual selected will help prepare these product generation systems for post-launch, real-time operations.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

CIRES (https://cires.colorado.edu/) is an internationally recognized leader in innovative environmental science and research and is located at the University of Colorado Boulder. At CIRES, more than 900 environmental science professionals work to understand the dynamic Earth system, including people's relationship with the planet. CIRES has partnered with NOAA since 1967, and our areas of expertise include weather and climate, changes at Earth's poles, air quality and atmospheric chemistry, water resources, solid Earth sciences, and more. Our vision is to be instrumental in ensuring a sustainable future environment by advancing scientific and societal understanding of the Earth system.

As part of NOAA's National Weather Service, the Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) (https://www.swpc.noaa.gov/) operates 24/7 to provide real-time monitoring and forecasting of solar and geophysical events, which impact satellites, power grids, communications, navigation, and other technological systems. SWPC customers include the general public, industry and government agencies.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

+ Take ownership of one or more Python instrument science real-time data processing pipelines for SWFO-L1 and apply an understanding of basic scientific principles as you work through integration and validation of the processing pipelines into the operational system. This includes interfacing with your counterparts at external entities like the National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) and the instrument vendors as the mission progresses through post-launch testing, post-launch commissioning, and beyond [40%].

+ Lead the development efforts to enhance existing Web-based data visualizations of time series, image and model data used for space weather forecasting, starting with the open source Timeline Viewer (https://spaceweather.knmi.nl/viewer). Take a leading role in the efforts to evaluate and rebuild existing legacy applications, exploring both on-prem and cloud-based solutions via AWS, to better leverage the next generation of operational space weather measurements generated by SWFO-L1. [40%].

+ Collaborate with development team members and stakeholders in the ongoing maintenance and performance benchmarking of the operational telemetry ground system for the SWFO-L1 and GOES-19 science data [10%].

+ Taking a leadership role within SWPC in terms of introducing new software development practices and providing mentoring to help SWPC's collective software development skills grow. This will entail becoming familiar with the other parts of SWPC, the players, how the organization fits together, their differing goals, etc. [10%].

What You Should Know

+ Access to the NOAA Federal Center and computer facilities is necessary to perform the work of this position. Access is not available for individuals working in the United States through a visa and therefore we are unable to consider applications from individuals on a visa or working permit or requiring visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future.

+ Applicants must be currently authorized to legally work in the United States on a full-time basis.

+ This position will be rostered in CIRES at the University of Colorado Boulder but will be physically situated in the David Skaggs Research Center, 325 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80305.

+ If you are the selected finalist, you will be required to pass a federal laboratory background clearance for site access.

What We Can Offer

+ CIRES offers a generous compensation package.

+ The annual hiring salary range for this position is $88,821 - $128,336. Salary is commensurate with education and experience and determined based on our CIRES internal career track classification.

+ Some relocation funds are available for this position to offset moving expenses following CIRES and the University of Colorado's relocation processes and procedures.

+ After an initial period of training, this position may offer a hybrid work modality.

+ CIRES and the University of Colorado Boulder offer a robust training curriculum, opportunities for professional development and a Mentorship Program.

+ Boulder (https://bouldercolorado.gov/) is a vibrant community with access to mountain parks, dog parks, miles of trails, rivers, lakes, cafes, restaurants, boutiques, theaters, museums, and sports venues. Boulder was recently ranked as one of the top places to live in the U.S. by U.S. News (https://realestate.usnews.com/places/rankings/best-places-to-live) .

+ As an employee at CU Boulder, you receive a pass allowing free access to the regional public transit system (https://www.rtd-denver.com/) , which is an outstanding network of buses and light rail systems that provide service within Boulder and connect to Denver, the Denver airport, and surrounding communities.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/) , we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage (https://advantage.cu.edu/campus/cu-boulder) program.

What We Require

+ BS degree (Computer Science preferred; Engineering or other related fields may be considered)

+ 7+ years of software development experience in a Unix/Linux environment

+ Experience with programming in JavaScript or TypeScript

+ Experience with programming in Python

What You Will Need

+ Familiarity with non-relational databases (e.g., MongoDB)

+ Demonstrated proficiency in the use of D3, CSS and frameworks like Svelte

+ Skills in the development of distributed, multi-tiered systems and service oriented architectures

+ Ability to think critically and make independent decisions

+ Ability to work well in an inclusive team and to build strong interpersonal relationships which facilitate cross-team knowledge sharing, as well as contribute to a diverse and inclusive workforce at the University of Colorado Boulder and NOAA/SWPC

+ Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies

Special Instructions

Please include the following materials with your application:

1. Resume or CV.

2. Cover letter addressed to the Search Committee briefly describing your qualifications, professional goals, and how this position aligns with your research interests.

3. Although not needed at the time of application, please be ready to submit contact information for 5 professional references. If you are identified as a finalist for this position, you will be asked to invite your references to complete a Crosschq questionnaire on your behalf. Crosschq is an online reference check solution. All information is kept confidential and shared only with the members of the search committee.

If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version as an optional attachment.

This position will close **November 14, 2025** .

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs (http://www.colorado.edu/jobs) .

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/CIRES-NOAA-Space-Weather-Prediction-Center-SWFO-L1-Software-Engineer/68275 (https://apptrkr.com/6691291)

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