Disaster & Climate Risk Systems Engineer

Rise Social; Norman, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Map The Future is seeking a Disaster and Climate Risk Systems Engineer for a remote, contract role to join a small team designing, implementing, and maintaining software that supports personal risk assessment through continuity planning simulations.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in engineering or related fields, experience with AI prompting and system design, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting while communicating clearly with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in a related field.
• Experience with AI prompting and system design.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and communicate clearly with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain software supporting personal risk assessment via continuity planning simulations.
• Collaborate with a small team and communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

AI prompting

System design

Independent remote work

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physical science, computer science, or related field

Job description

Non-profit Organizations Contractor Remote Entry Level

Deadline: 18 Mar 2027

Overview

Hey everyone! Map The Future is looking for someone to join! Company Description Map The Future is dedicated to helping people understand how major future forces interact and impact their lives, communities, and organizations. The company focuses on clear, evidence-based guidance that avoids fear, hype, and false certainty. By highlighting the connection between different systems affected by various disasters, Map The Future supports more resilient and adaptive decision-making tailored to individuals and their situations.Role Description The Disaster and Climate Risk Systems Engineer is a remote, contract role responsible for joining a small team in designing, implementing, and maintaining software that supports personal risk assessment through continuity planning simulations.An Absolute Must:Ambition and commitment to our stakeholders, mission, teammates, and product

Qualifications

Familiarity with business continuity, disaster recovery, or resilience planning frameworksAbility to take accountability and communicate in clear and organized waysExperience with AI prompting and system designSkilled in auditing and refining AI-generated output to ensure logical and scientific accuracyAbility to work independently in a remote setting, manage multiple priorities, and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders.Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physical science, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.PreferedPrior experience in a risk-based environmentPrevious development of software tools for physical risk assessmentStudent/Early CareerCompensation: Part-Time, $20-30/hr