Summary
Jonathan Martinez is an atmospheric research scientist with nine years of experience translating tropical cyclone research into operational forecasting tools at the National Hurricane Center. He leads development and verification of real-time data flows, ensemble techniques, and forecast verification software, bridging research models like HAFS and MPAS-A to production systems in AWIPS and cloud environments. A PhD-trained researcher, Jonathan has published peer-reviewed work on tropical cyclone dynamics, won the Max A. Eaton Prize, and has hands-on field campaign experience including Doppler radar operations. He combines rigorous retrospective evaluations with software engineering—writing utilities and Monte Carlo verification tools—to accelerate operational adoption of next-generation forecast methods. Based in Miami, he brings a rare mix of operational implementation, model development, and mentorship that helps turn complex numerical predictions into actionable products for forecasters.
9 years of coding experience
6 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Meteorology, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Meteorology at Florida State University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Atmospheric Science, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University
Master of Science (M.S.), Atmospheric Science, Master of Science (M.S.), Atmospheric Science at University of Hawaii at Manoa