Software Developer III

Summary

Join AccuWeather, a world leader in weather forecasting, as a Software Developer to modernize our core forecast processing systems. You will play a key role in designing, implementing, and enhancing software that processes real-time weather data used in our consumer and enterprise products. This position requires collaboration with multiple teams in an Agile environment and demands expertise in data processing, visualization, and geospatial technologies. The ideal candidate possesses strong programming skills, experience with GeoServer, and a deep understanding of spatial data. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to contribute to a globally recognized and impactful organization.

Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years in software development with a focus on data visualization and geospatial technologies
• Proven experience working with GeoServer and related GIS tools
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript
• Hands-on experience with data visualization libraries/frameworks (e.g., D3.js, Leaflet, Mapbox, Highcharts)
• Strong understanding of spatial data concepts, geospatial analysis, and map services
• Knowledge of web development technologies (HTML, CSS, RESTful APIs)
• Ability to process and analyze large datasets and generate actionable insights
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a team-oriented environment

Responsibilities

• Develop and Maintain Visualization Solutions: Create interactive and visually compelling data visualizations using modern frameworks and tools to interpret complex datasets
• GeoServer Configuration: Set up, configure, and optimize GeoServer for serving spatial data via OGC-compliant services (WMS, WFS, WCS)
• Spatial Data Management: Process, analyze, and integrate geospatial datasets from various sources, ensuring data quality and consistency
• Optimize Performance: Implement caching, tiling, and other optimization techniques to ensure efficient rendering and serving of geospatial data
• Collaboration: Partner with data scientists, GIS analysts, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver tailored solutions
• Documentation and Training: Write comprehensive technical documentation and provide training to end-users on utilizing visualization tools effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with cloud platforms and geospatial services (e.g., AWS, Google Earth Engine)
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of advanced geospatial modeling or machine learning techniques
• Prior experience in agile development environments