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.
As a Research Software Engineer, you will collaborate to the design, development and maintenance of next-generation software solutions for stellarator simulation and optimization. The ideal candidate is a talented software practitioner who is interested in tackling a diverse mix of challenges in scientific computing and simulation in a dynamic startup environment.
If you:Are proficient in Python and C++, in particular in the context of scientific computing;Have 2+ years of experience maintaining a scientific Python library, developing C++ simulation software or equivalent;Have an intuitive understanding of computational problems that are present in research-heavy fields (such as numerical optimization, transport simulations, PDE solvers or similar);Enjoy staying up to date with current software development best practices and tools;[Nice to have] have previous experience with scientific Fortran libraries, GPU-based acceleration of numerical computations, HPC technologies or cloud computing;You will help us: Integrate external tools into our simulation stack, automating and simplifying their usage;Write ergonomic APIs for our existing code base, ensuring our models can easily talk to each other;Develop and maintain tooling for our stellarator design and simulation framework that enable Proxima to keep improving the state of the art of stellarator technology at a fast pace;Prototype and employ new workflows possible with generative models and state of the art machine learning technology, which we are convinced will transform the field.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.
