Scientific Data Systems Engineer
Carbon Mapper
Posted
Feb 18, 2026
Location
USA
Type
Full-time
Mission
What you will drive
Core responsibilities include:
- Design, develop, and maintain scientific data systems and pipelines for processing remote sensing data
- Implement and optimize algorithms for detecting, pinpointing, and quantifying methane and carbon dioxide emissions
- Ensure data quality, accessibility, and reliability for the Carbon Mapper Data Portal
- Collaborate with scientists and engineers to translate research requirements into technical solutions
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role enables the detection and quantification of greenhouse gas emissions at scale, providing actionable data to decisionmakers worldwide to prioritize and implement mitigation strategies, directly contributing to climate change solutions.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
Required qualifications:
- Experience with scientific data systems, remote sensing data processing, or geospatial data engineering
- Proficiency in programming languages and tools for data processing and analysis
- Strong understanding of data pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and system architecture
- Ability to work collaboratively in a mission-driven, interdisciplinary environment
Benefits
What's in it for you
No specific benefits, compensation, or salary information provided in the job description.
About
Inside Carbon Mapper
Carbon Mapper is a non-profit organization based in Pasadena, CA with the mission to drive greenhouse gas emission reductions by making methane and carbon dioxide data accessible and actionable through remote sensing technology.