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Position Title: Scientific Applications Programmer
Position Status: Full-time (40 hrs/wk), with benefits
Position Location: Troy, NY
Job Description:
The scientific applications programmer will play a key role in developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting
software applications used in the creation and delivery of weather forecasting products for the renewable energy
sector. This person will also be involved in planning and executing software upgrades to ensure that a state-of-theart forecast system infrastructure is maintained. The successful candidate will be able to work independently and
in a team upon receiving direction, and be able to work efficiently and reliably under sh ort timelines. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
Specific responsibilities of this position include:
 Interact with a team of scientific programmers to configure, install, modify, and upgrade the software
components of automated operational forecast systems
 Write, test, and document custom programs for client-driven applications involving data processing,
analysis, and communication
 Occasionally provide 24/7 troubleshooting support to meet data delivery requirements
Requirements:
 Bachelor’s degree or higher in physical or computer science (or a related field) and 2+ years of relevant work
experience
 Experience programming in a Unix/Linux environment using a high-level language, such as Fortran, Perl,
C/C++, or Python
 Ability to learn additional programming languages as needed
 Authorization to work in the U.S. (without sponsorship)
Desired (but not required) Skills:
 Knowledge, education, or experience in meteorology and/or or the renewable energy industry
 Experience with web programming languages and databases, such as JavaScript, Ajax, PHP, CSS, and MySQL
 Familiarity with Java-based XML REST and SOAP web services
Compensation: Negotiable, based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits: MESO offers a very competitive benefits package, including:
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Fully paid company health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
401(k) plan with company contribution after one year of employment
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Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days
Company: Since 1985, MESO has been developing and applying dynamical and statistical geophysical models for
the operational and research needs of government and commercial clients. MESO currently specializes in applying
these technologies to the integration of renewable power production into electrical grids. We provide the
flexibility, vision, and freedom of working in a small company with the benefits and stability of a larger
organization.
Contact: For more information about MESO, please visit our website at www.meso.com. To apply for this position,
please send resumes, cover letters, and salary requirements to [email protected].