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Principal Software Engineer

Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Wed, Sep 23, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days

Job Summary

To shape the software backbone of a fusion power plant, the full-time remote Principal Software Engineer will define and maintain the Core Software architecture, design critical software components, and lead technical decisions within the Software Department.

Key responsibilities
  • Define and maintain the end-to-end Core Software architecture, including device interfaces and data handling
  • Design and implement critical parts of the Core Software system using languages such as C++ and Python
  • Lead technical decisions across teams, mentor engineers, and set engineering standards for the department
Required qualifications
  • Extensive experience designing and implementing control software for complex physical or industrial systems
  • Strong experience with hardware and software interfaces, including device integration and troubleshooting
  • Experience designing and implementing automated calibration facilities or workflows
  • Strong software design and implementation skills in C++, Python, or similar languages
  • Ability to define architecture for complex, mission-critical systems under changing requirements

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