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# Science Software Engineer

- **Company:** Vets Inc
- **Location:** Baltimore, MD, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), JSON, Python (Programming Language), NumPy, Open Source Technology, SciPy, Server Administration, Software Engineering, YAML, Data Processing, Git, Information Technology, Software Version Control, Data Pipelines
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/science-software-engineer-baltimore-md--c212aa56-2877-4555-891c-426125559e00

## About the Role

Science Software, Software Engineering, Science Software, Automation, Space Science, Data Processing, Data Quality, Calibration, Quality Monitoring, Software Administration, * Strong expertise in Python software development

 * Experience developing software in C
 * Experience using open-source scientific libraries such as NumPy, SciPy, and Astropy
 * Proficiency with Git and collaborative version-control workflows
 * Familiarity with software testing tools and practices
 * Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

 * Familiarity with data formats such as YAML, JSON, HDF5, or similar
 * Experience working with astronomical data formats
 * Educational background in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, astronomy, or a closely related discipline

## Description

This role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining scientific software that converts raw spacecraft data into high-precision data products used by astronomers worldwide. The position supports multiple space science missions and contributes to calibration pipelines, data processing automation, and data quality monitoring in a fast-paced, multi-mission environment.

The engineer will collaborate closely with scientists and developers to deliver reliable, accurate, and scalable software solutions. This role involves both internal development and external-facing support, requiring strong technical skills, problem-solving ability, and effective communication with diverse user communities., * Develop and maintain software for processing and calibrating astronomical data

 * Build and enhance calibration software for space-based scientific instruments
 * Contribute to automation of data processing pipelines and data quality monitoring systems
 * Support development of scientific data formats and open-source astronomy libraries
 * Collaborate with astronomers to deliver solutions for complex scientific problems
 * Identify issues, implement fixes, and provide technical guidance to development teams and end users