WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Advanced Digital Innovation Center (ADIC) at the Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change (CMCC), located in Lecce, is looking for a new position of scientific software and full stack web developer, responsible for supporting the development of scientific software and GIS oriented backend/frontend applications in the context of the climate and biodiversity fields.

ABOUT US

CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC’s core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling.
CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel.
At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed.
Over the last decade, CMCC has experienced extraordinary growth. We are now embarking on a new chapter of our journey that will further boost CMCC’s global position in climate change research…Together!

REQUIREMENTS

• M.Sc. degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent fields;
• Proficiency in Python programming language and RESTful API development.
• Proven experience in web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) with modern frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and backend technologies such as Node.js, Flask/Django, Java, or Ruby on Rails.
• Knowledge of GIS systems and platforms such as Leaflet, OpenLayers, Mapbox, or CesiumJS
• Familiarity with spatial databases, services (PostGIS, GeoServer) and standard GIS protocols (WMS, WFS, WMTS).
• Experience processing and managing Earth Observation data (e.g., Sentinel, Landsat) and related platforms (e.g., Google Earth Engine, Copernicus).
• Good knowledge of UNIX/Linux operating systems;
• Good knowledge of the English language;

ADDITIONAL SKILLS:

• 2+ years experience in scientific software development;
• Familiarity with version control tools (Git) and collaborative development environments.
• Knowledge of Database systems;
• Experience in ML approaches and Neural Network development;
• Experience with virtualization software such as Docker;
• Experience in managing NetCDF data.

ROLE

The Scientific Software and full stack web developer is responsible for the development of scientific applications, GIS oriented backend and frontend solutions to handle and display heterogenous climate and biodiversity data sources and products.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Jr. Research associate will support the ASC Division, with the following activities:

• Developing data management and analysis software solutions in the climate and biodiversity fields
• Develop, maintain, and optimize web-based GIS applications using modern frontend and backend technologies.
• Improve the end-user experience of the developed biodiversity tools and algorithms
• Facilitate the interaction with the heterogeneous data sources and products
• Integrate and manage spatial and Earth Observation data within GIS systems.
• Utilize mapping services, satellite data, and GIS APIs to build advanced functionalities.
• Improve the end-user experience of the developed biodiversity tools and algorithms
• Facilitate the interaction with the heterogeneous data sources and products.