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 You’ll 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:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, physics, mathematics, or similar (Master’s 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.