Data Scientist

The role

The Data Scientist will develop and implement models and algorithms for detecting, attributing, localizing, and quantifying trace gases and emissions. This role involves applying statistical and physical modeling to sensor data and translating research into production cloud platform components.

What you will do

• Develop and implement models and algorithms for trace gas and emissions detection, attribution, localization, and quantification.
• Build or work with atmospheric transport and dispersion models.
• Apply statistical techniques like Bayesian inference, hypothesis testing, and Monte Carlo simulation.
• Build analytical workflows using time-series and geospatial data.
• Design and run experimental programs to validate algorithms.
• Write experimental and production code for the production cloud platform.
• Use AI-assisted coding tools in daily workflows.
• Manage, process, and visualize large scientific datasets.
• Maintain documentation and communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

Required qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's in Physics, Applied Math, Atmospheric or Ocean Science, Astrophysics, Engineering, or a related physical science, or equivalent applied experience.
• 2+ years of related research or industry experience (postdoctoral research counts).
• Strong foundation in statistical modeling, including Bayesian methods and uncertainty quantification.
• Hands-on experience with time-series and geospatial data.
• Proficiency in Python for numerical analysis (Pandas, NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib, etc.) and SQL.
• Goal-oriented with strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.
• Strong technical communication skills.

Nice to have

• Exposure to atmospheric transport and dispersion concepts (e.g., Gaussian plume models, WRF, HYSPLIT)
• Familiarity with cloud computing environments (AWS preferred)
• Familiarity with software development best practices (version control, code review, testing)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) plans
• Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• 401K
• Social events (summer picnic, holiday party, team lunches, etc.)
• On-site Health & Wellness programs (fitness challenges, outdoor bootcamp, flu-shots, etc.)

About the company

Picarro is a leader in using enhanced optical spectroscopy for timely and actionable data. Their solutions are used globally in applications ranging from natural gas leak detection to atmospheric science.