Erik M. Johnson
About Erik M. Johnson
Erik M. Johnson is a Software Engineer III at UCAR, with a strong background in geospatial data and functional programming. He has over 15 years of experience in software engineering, having previously worked at medSage Technologies and Global Science & Technology, Inc.
Work at UCAR
Erik M. Johnson has been employed at UCAR - The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research as a Software Engineer III since 2011. His role involves developing full-stack web applications that support scientific research initiatives. Located in Boulder, CO, UCAR is known for its focus on atmospheric and Earth system sciences. Johnson's work contributes to the organization's mission of advancing research and education in these fields.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining UCAR, Erik M. Johnson worked as a Software Engineer at Global Science & Technology, Inc. from 2002 to 2007 in New York City. He spent five years in this role, focusing on software development. Prior to that, he was employed at medSage Technologies as a Software Engineer from 2007 to 2009 for a duration of two years. His experiences in these positions laid the groundwork for his current expertise in software engineering.
Education and Expertise
Erik M. Johnson holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Truman State University, where he studied from 1992 to 1996. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Physics from West Virginia University, completing his studies from 1996 to 2000. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in software engineering, particularly in handling weather-satellite data and time-series data.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Erik M. Johnson specializes in developing full-stack web applications using open-source technologies. He has a strong interest in geospatial data and functional programming. His technical skills include utilizing Docker, Docker Compose, and Vagrant for containerization and virtualization. Additionally, he employs OpenLayers for geospatial data visualization, enhancing the accessibility and usability of complex data sets.
Interests in Geospatial Data
Erik M. Johnson has a notable interest in geospatial data, which aligns with his professional focus on developing applications that visualize and analyze such data. His expertise in handling weather-satellite data further complements this interest, allowing him to contribute effectively to projects that require advanced data processing and visualization techniques.