Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) Payload Data Operations (PDO) Infrastructure Specialist | Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Job at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, MA

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  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
  • Cambridge, MA

Job Description

Job Description

TESS PAYLOAD DATA OPERATIONS (PDO) INFRASTRUCTURE SPECIALIST , Kavli Institute for Astrophysics and Space Research , to be responsible for maintenance of the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) payload data operations, including the associated databases, software codebase, and file system. Will collaborate with the TESS science team, technical staff, and external users and contractors. Technical duties include maintenance and enhancement of the TESS PDO database, file system, and computing environment; maintenance and enhancement of the TESS PDO software codebase in collaboration with the TESS scientists and technical staff; and expert consultation and associated support of TESS code as part of the science pipeline. Additional duties will include maintaining, developing, and optimizing the growing TESS database infrastructure; contributing to planning for associated hardware and software infrastructure; reviewing, revising, and developing associated documentation when necessary; coordinating with TESS scientists, engineers, and leadership for planning, inputs, and technical analysis; performing other duties as needed.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED : B.Sc. or equivalent degree in computer science or related field; experience with PostgreSQL; proficiency with Python, git, and associated code management tools; familiarity with Linux command line; ability to work in a team-based environment across all levels and communicate collaboratively at the highest technical level; and ability to carry out duties independently, seeking input and advice as appropriate. PREFERRED : experience with TESS science operations or similar data processes; proficiency with Python for Astronomy (Astropy), C, C++, Java, and Django; and interest or background in astrophysics or related field. Job #24116

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