Simulation Infrastructure Lead

At Proxima Fusion, we're driven by a bold mission – to redefine the future of sustainable energy. Our unique concept, built upon the groundbreaking W7-X stellarator and the latest advances in technology, paves the way for commercially viable fusion power plants.
Our work in stellarator optimization, powered by cutting-edge computation and machine learning, is propelling us into uncharted territories of fusion technology. New higher performance design points are unlocked by high temperature superconducting magnets and we're leveraging this technology with advanced computational design capabilities.
We're on a journey to redefine the energy landscape, ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.
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 (master’s plus 8 years, or equivalent experience);
• Proficient in at least two of Python, C++, or TypeScript;
• Experienced leading end-to-end/full-stack system design, ideally within an environment supporting physics, engineering, or AI teams;
• Experienced with the development and management of data infrastructure and processing pipelines in large-scale cloud environments;
• Driven to solve complex problems with simple solutions and a desire to contribute to clean energy;

You will help us by:

• Understanding the goals 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 simulation and analysis stack;
• Leading the integration and adoption of analysis and visualization tools - enhancing our team’s abilities to collaborate;
• Defining and implementing cross-org software engineering best practices, development and deployment tools;
• 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. Join us at Proxima Fusion and thrive in a supportive and rewarding environment!
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy a generous 30 vacation days, prioritising 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. Join us at Proxima Fusion and thrive in a supportive and rewarding environment!

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.