Software Systems Operations Administrator

Science Systems and Applications, Inc. (SSAI) is seeking a Software Systems Operations Administrator to support the Ocean Ecology Laboratory (OEL) at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, a world leader in satellite-based remote sensing of the ocean.

This role is critical to the daily operations, configuration, and stability of the Ocean Data Processing System (ODPS) and the OB.DAAC. Serving as the crucial link between complex Earth science datasets and the software and infrastructure that processes them, you will utilize complex SQL queries and shell scripting to troubleshoot and optimize massive, high-volume data workflows. Beyond daily operations, you will also support scientific software, tools, and services—integrating, monitoring, and developing specialized solutions for the distribution and management of current and future Earth science datasets. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who thrives at the intersection of data pipeline operations and software s...