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Sterling Engineering Inc.

Civil Engineer

Austin, TX

$90K - $120K/yr

Ability to interpret and apply local zoning regulations, stormwater management requirements, FEMA flood maps, FWS wetland maps, and existing civil and survey drawings. * Professional Engineer (PE ...

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How much do flood mapping jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for flood mapping in the United States is $29.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $34.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in Flood Mapping?

A typical day in Flood Mapping involves analyzing topographic and hydrologic data, using GIS software to produce and update flood maps, and collaborating with engineers, urban planners, and government agencies. You may spend time collecting field data, processing satellite imagery, running flood simulation models, and preparing technical reports to communicate your findings. Often, you'll participate in project meetings to discuss flood risk assessments and mitigation strategies. Balancing desk-based analysis with occasional site visits, the role offers variety as well as opportunities for teamwork and professional growth in environmental science and urban resilience fields.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Flood Mapping position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Flood Mapping, a strong background in geographic information systems (GIS), hydrology, and cartography is essential, often supported by a degree in environmental science, geography, or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as ArcGIS, remote sensing technology, and modeling software like HEC-RAS is commonly required, along with certifications in GIS or floodplain management being advantageous. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are key soft skills that help professionals succeed in this role. These skills ensure accurate flood risk assessments, clear reporting to stakeholders, and effective teamwork on environmental and urban planning projects.

What is a Flood Mapping job?

A Flood Mapping job involves analyzing geographical and hydrological data to create maps that illustrate flood-prone areas. Professionals in this role use satellite imagery, GIS software, and historical flood data to assess flood risks and inform urban planning, insurance assessments, and disaster preparedness. Their work helps governments, engineers, and communities mitigate flood damage and enhance safety measures.

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Infographic showing various Flood Mapping job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,852 per year, or $29.3 per hour.
Scientific Computing & Geospatial Engineer

Scientific Computing & Geospatial Engineer

Lynker Corporation

Tuscaloosa, AL

$85K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Lynker is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Scientific Computing & Geospatial Engineer to support large-scale hydrologic and geospatial data infrastructure. This role works at the intersection of environmental science and high-performance software development, contributing to national-scale flood forecasting, terrain analysis, and hydrologic modeling systems that operational forecasters and emergency managers depend on every day.
The ideal candidate is comfortable moving between backend engineering, raster and terrain processing, scientific Python workflows, and cloud-native data infrastructure and is motivated by the idea that their code outputs matter in the real world.

Duties of the Scientific Computing & Geospatial Engineer may include but are not limited to:

  • Design and build high-throughput raster and terrain processing pipelines for flood mapping, terrain analysis, and DEM conditioning workflows                
  • Develop and maintain cloud-native geospatial data pipelines across formats including Parquet, Zarr, and NetCDF
  • Optimize memory- and compute-intensive scientific workflows for performance and scalability at national scale                                                
  • Collaborate with hydrologists, scientists, and modeling teams to translate domain requirements into reliable, maintainable software                          
  • Build and maintain AWS-based infrastructure supporting scalable scientific computing and data delivery                                                      
  • Contribute to backend API and data pipeline development feeding operational hydrologic forecasting systems                                                  
  • Apply modern software practices including Docker, CI/CD, and automated testing across all development work
  • Perform related duties as assigned      

The Scientific Computing & Geospatial Engineer selected should have the following:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, geospatial science, hydrology, or a related field (MS or above is a strong plus)                                      
  • 3+ years of relevant software development experience
  • Strong scientific Python experience including numpy, pandas, xarray, and geopandas 
  • Experience processing large geospatial or environmental datasets using GDAL or equivalent tools 
  • Familiarity with cloud-native geospatial formats and chunked or tiled data processing approaches
  • Experience with AWS storage and compute workflows (S3, EC2, batch)            
  • Solid software engineering fundamentals — version control, testing, CI/CD, Docker
  • Ability to work independently on complex assignments and deliver sound technical recommendations
  • Strong written and oral communication skills for documentation and cross-disciplinary collaboration  

The Ideal candidate will have the following:

  •  Expereince with Rust for high-performance scientific or geospatial computing
  •  Background in flood inundation mapping, hydrologic modeling, or remote sensing
  •  Cloud infrastructure automation using Terraform or AWS CDK
  •  HPC or accelerated computing experience
  •  Experience with ensemble or gridded meteorological data formats

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

  • Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
  • Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
  • Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
  • Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
  • Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
  • Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
  • Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

 Fraud Alert: Recruitment Scam Warning: Lynker has been made aware of fraudulent individuals posing as Lynker recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. All legitimate Lynker job postings are listed on our official careers page. Communication from Lynker recruiters will come from an official @lynker.com email address.

 
 
 
 

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