Data Engineer

Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with groundbreaking new laser architecture. Our mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. Xcimer has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by leading investors, Xcimer is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. Join us in powering a better world with inertial fusion!
As a Data Engineer, you will assist efforts to unify and govern critical data systems across engineering, manufacturing, and business operations. You’ll serve as both a key technical contributor, participating in a cross-functional team to deliver the tools, simulations, and dashboards that power daily decision-making at Xcimer. This is a hands-on role with broad impact, ideal for someone passionate about operational excellence and shaping the future of clean energy.

Responsibilities

• Design, document, and maintain an integrated data architecture linking CAD/CAE, PLM, ERP/MRP, procurement, and business systems
• Translate stakeholder needs into actionable user stories, roadmaps, demos, and OKRs
• Maintain and improve existing software systems to reduce technical debt and enhance performance
• Collaborate across domains such as design engineering, manufacturing, experimental physics, and computation to deliver fit-for-purpose tools
• Communicate effectively through documentation, diagrams, and code

Qualifications

• Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in Data Engineering for a manufacturing or R&D company.
• Proficient in at least one typed language (e.g., Java or C) and one untyped/scripting language (e.g., Python or JavaScript)
• Strong understanding of data modeling, ETL pipelines, and database systems
• Proven ability to learn new technical domains quickly and translate complex systems into robust tools
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee of granted asylum.

Desired

• Startup or early-stage company experience

Equal Employment OpportunityXcimer Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Xcimer Energy hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Xcimer Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here. BenefitsBenefits Employee Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave (must be employed at time of birth or adoption), short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 6%. Paid Time Off: 15 days per year based on weekly scheduled hours, 10 paid sick leave, and 13 company-paid holidays for all regular employees (including part-time), fixed-term, and interns. Equity will be granted to eligible employees. Equity is designed to allow employees to share in company results and success.