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Software Engineer

Summary

Designs and builds software for nuclear power systems, focusing on reactor control, monitoring, and safety-critical compliance with standards like NQA-1 and IEC 61513.

  • Design, implement, and maintain software for nuclear systems, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
  • Develop software for reactor control, monitoring systems, data acquisition, simulation, and predictive analytics.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including nuclear engineers, electrical engineers, and safety specialists.
  • Apply best practices for software reliability, maintainability, and cybersecurity.
  • Participate in code reviews, testing, and verification processes aligned with industry standards (e.g., NQA-1, IEC 61513).
  • Document software design, architecture, and operational procedures.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve software issues in mission-critical environments.
  • Stay updated on emerging software technologies and nuclear industry trends.

Qualifications Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
  • 3+ years of professional software development experience.
  • Strong programming skills in languages such as C/C++, Python, Java, or Rust.
  • Experience developing software for safety-critical or highly regulated environments.
  • Familiarity with software development lifecycle, version control, and testing frameworks.
  • Knowledge of software quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001, NQA-1) or cybersecurity standards for critical infrastructure.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and in a remote team setting across U.S. time zones.

Preferred

  • Experience in nuclear energy, power generation, or other high-reliability systems.
  • Knowledge of embedded systems or real-time operating systems (RTOS).
  • Familiarity with simulation and modeling tools used in nuclear engineering.
  • Understanding of regulatory requirements (NRC, DOE, or equivalent).
  • Experience with cloud-based or distributed software systems.

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