Software Engineer

About Focused Energy :

Focused Energy is an international deep-tech company based in Germany and the US working to commercialize laser-driven nuclear fusion. Our mission is to provide clean safe and virtually unlimited energy to the world. We are rapidly scaling and looking for talented individuals who thrive in building clarity and structure within fast-growing environments.

Join us as a Software Engineer and help design the fuel of the future! In this role you will play a key part in developing and scaling software solutions for advanced hardware set-ups involved in the manufacturing characterization and positioning of fusion targets. You will collaborate with a passionate team where vibrant teamwork is the foundation for creating world-changing technology.

What Youll Do :

Lead organize or support projects from start to finish

Set and gather requirements for software and hardware projects

Design software architectures and frameworks for real-time applications

Develop robust reliable and maintainable software for hardware systems

Participate in code reviews and uphold high code quality standards

Develop scalable interfaces for users and applications

Troubleshoot and debug software / hardware applications

Collaborate cross-functionally to solve extraordinary technical challenges

Who You Are :

Bachelors degree in computer science physics mathematics or similar (Masters degree preferred)

Job experience preferred but not required

Fluent in English (speaking and writing)

Proficient in at least one of these programming languages : C / C or Python

Strong understanding of software design patterns and best practices

Experience with databases and Linux operating systems

Proficient with Git for version control and team collaboration

Preferred : Familiarity with calibration localization and motion planning

Preferred : Experience with ROS / ROS2

Preferred : Knowledge of computer vision and machine learning

Capable of clear communication and able to work both independently and with team goals in mind

Methodical organized and proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making

Strong hands-on mentality and attention to project details

Adaptable startup mindset and ready to thrive in a dynamic environment

Enjoy collaboration and working closely with colleagues

Ready to make an impact Join us and help power the future!

Focused Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender perception or identity national origin age marital status protected veteran status or disability status.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Focused Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location level job-related knowledge skills and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation equity benefits.

Key Skills

Spring,.NET,C / C++,Go,React,OOP,C#,Data Structures,JavaScript,Software Development,Java,Distributed Systems

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1