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Data Integration Developer roles involve building and maintaining ETL pipelines, data warehouses, and API connections between enterprise systems, work that maps directly to graduate programs in computer science, information systems, and data engineering. CPT authorization from your DSO must be in place before your first day, and the role must be listed as an integral part of your curriculum.
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Job Description Summary
Organization's Summary Statement:
The Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences (AOSC) at the University of Maryland, College Park (UMCP) is seeking applications for a Meteorological Developer. This position is a 12-month appointment, renewable upon continued funding, that will create data visualization applications and programs that synthesize impactful weather information, analytics, and insight to support regional government and industry decisions. The applicant will work with the Mesonet Director and team members to engage stakeholders, funding partners, and the scientific community. This position will be located in College Park, Maryland.
Position Duties:
- Manage the development and operations for the Maryland Mesonet production suite, including website and databases.
- Develop, test, and implement data processing code to ingest, store, and disseminate mesonet data to data partners and web applications.
- Build intuitive webpages, platforms, and dashboards to visualize and present complex meteorological data effectively.
- Work closely with Maryland Mesonet team members to develop software to ensure the quality of mesonet data via automated and manual QA/QC processes.
- Administer and maintain SQL-based database solutions to store and redundantly archive mesonet data.
- Identify and troubleshoot software bugs and performance bottlenecks.
- Work with the University of Maryland-College Park IT team to ensure security of Maryland Mesonet web resources.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, Computer Science, Information Sciences, or related physical or computational scientific field of study.
- Minimum 2 (two) years of demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: software development, front-end development, or data visualization. This can include academic research, internships, goal-defined projects, or other project-based learning.
- Program development experience for use in operational Linux server environments. Including shell/bash scripting, SQL, and a scientific programming language such as Python.
- Web development experience using JavaScript (e.g. React, jQuery, etc.), HTML5, CSS, and PHP.
- Familiarity with collaborative development environments (eg. version control, bug tracking, documentation, testing/validation, life cycles).
- Ability to analyze and solve problems independently and with peers in the community.
- Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work based on external needs.
Preferences:
- Experience with Linux systems in an uptime-predicated production environment.
- Database administration experience in SQL-based database systems (e.g., PostgreSQL, MariaDB, MS SQL Server).
- Knowledge of standard weather data formats. (e.g., GRIB, NETCDF, HDF, etc.)
- Experience in working with academia, government agencies, and/or other Mesonet programs in handling large datasets for research.
Physical Demands:
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to lift and carry small/medium parcels, packages, computer hardware, and other items, as well as walk short distances.
Additional Job Details
Required Application Materials: CV/Resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 references
Best Consideration Date: 05/08/2026
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
Financial Disclosure Required
No
Department
CMNS-Atmospheric & Oceanic Science
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty Regular
Salary Range
$80,000 - $120,000
Benefits Summary
For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this link.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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Does a Data Integration Developer role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the work is an integral part of your enrolled curriculum and your DSO approves it. Roles focused on ETL development, data pipeline engineering, or API integration typically align with graduate programs in computer science, information systems, or data engineering. Your offer letter must describe specific technical duties, not a generic developer title, for DSO authorization to hold up under SEVIS review.
Can I work full-time as a Data Integration Developer on CPT?
You can, but full-time CPT used for 12 cumulative months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Many F-1 students in data engineering programs structure CPT as part-time during the academic year and full-time only during summer semesters to preserve OPT. Coordinate with your DSO before accepting a full-time offer so you understand the cumulative impact on your post-graduation options.
What should I look for in employers to avoid CPT complications?
Prioritize employers who are E-Verify enrolled and have filed Labor Condition Applications with the DOL for similar technical roles before. These indicators show familiarity with work authorization processes. You can search Migrate Mate to find Data Integration Developer roles filtered by employers with verified DOL filing history, which reduces the risk of last-minute complications from employers unfamiliar with F-1 requirements.
How do I verify the job duties match my CPT curriculum requirement?
Compare the job description's technical responsibilities against your program's course catalog. Duties like designing data warehouse schemas, building ETL pipelines, or integrating APIs between enterprise systems should map to specific courses you're enrolled in or have completed. O*NET lists the standard occupational tasks for this role, which can help you and your DSO confirm the academic connection when preparing authorization paperwork.
Does CPT as a Data Integration Developer help my H-1B prospects after graduation?
Practical experience counts, but the connection is indirect. CPT experience in data integration strengthens your profile for specialty occupation evidence when an employer eventually files an H-1B visa petition. Employers who already understand DOL wage requirements and work authorization through LCA filings are also more likely to sponsor H-1B applications. Completing CPT at an E-Verify enrolled employer keeps your STEM OPT option open, which extends your runway before the H-1B lottery.