Simulation Infrastructure Lead

Proxima Fusion is at the forefront of revolutionizing the energy sector with cutting-edge fusion technology. Committed to sustainability, we specialize in designing power plants for long-term viability, integrating efficient and safe remote maintenance solutions from the outset, particularly in the dynamic realm of QI stellarators. Our unique approach harnesses the potential of stellarator configurations, achieving transformative performance levels for economic viability. Join our collaborative team of scientists, engineers, and visionary leaders as we shape the future with simpler, more robust stellarators, making innovation a core value at Proxima Fusion.

The Simulation Infrastructure team is building the foundation for our highly integrated, simulation-driven approach to stellarator design. Our core data, compute, and analysis infrastructure enables research and development across the company. In this role, you will collaborate directly with fusion experts, engineers, and AI researchers to create tools that foster seamless teamwork. If you have strong software design skills, a focus on product quality, and a proactive mindset, this is a unique opportunity to contribute to a future powered by fusion.

If you are:

• An experienced technical lead with a strong foundation in computer science, engineering or a related field;
• Experience leading end-to-end/full-stack system design, ideally within an environment supporting physics, engineering, or AI teams;
• Proficient in at least two of Python, C++, or TypeScript;
• A skilled communicator of technical concepts, including through discussions, whiteboard sessions, and written documentation;
• Enthusiastic about high quality tooling and enhancing developer experience;
• Driven to solve complex problems with simple solutions and a desire to contribute to clean energy;

You will help us with:

• Understanding the objectives and challenges of our research and design teams, leading the development of the infrastructure and tools that support our simulation and data-driven approach;
• Contributing and reviewing code across our full stack from the core data infrastructure to large scale simulation pipelines;
• Proactively enhancing our teams’ abilities to collaborate with simulation by leading the integration and adoption of analysis and visualization tools;
• Helping to define and implement cross-org software engineering best practices, enabled by great tooling;
• Mentoring and guiding junior engineers.

In return, you will get:

• Fulfilling Mission: Embark on a mission-driven journey at the forefront of fusion R&D, contributing to the development of groundbreaking energy solutions.
• Celebrating Success: Experience recognition with VSOPs, adding an extra touch of appreciation for your valuable contributions.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy a generous 30 vacation days, prioritizing your well-being and creating a healthy work-life balance.
• Continuous Learning: Access language classes budget, fostering your personal development and expanding your skill set.
• Convenient Commuting: Receive a Deutschland ticket, ensuring stress-free and sustainable travel to and from work.
• Joyful Work Atmosphere: Indulge in delightful company cake and coffee during social hours, fostering a vibrant and enjoyable workplace.

Proxima Fusion is firmly committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We embrace the principles of equality and stand against discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.

Our organizational culture values and promotes equal opportunities for everyone, recognizing that a diverse team brings a richness of perspectives and contributes to our overall success. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates with various backgrounds, talents, and potential. Our selection process is solely based on individual merit, ensuring fair and impartial consideration for all applicants.

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