AMPERA is redefining clean, sovereign energy with compact, ultra-safe nuclear systems that power AI, industry, and defense with zero emissions and unmatched reliability. AMPERA is seeking an experienced AI / Software Engineer to develop intelligent control, simulation, and data analytics systems for the company’s next-generation micro-reactors. This role will focus on applying machine learning, automation, and high-performance computing to enhance reactor safety, predictive diagnostics, and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Strong programming skills in Python, C++, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar frameworks.
- Experience with simulation tools, digital twins, or high-performance computing (HPC) preferred.
- Knowledge of control systems, reinforcement learning, or physics-informed AI is a plus.
- Experience in software development, machine learning, or AI systems engineering.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement AI models and algorithms for real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and process optimization.
- Develop and maintain simulation tools that integrate reactor physics, control systems, and operational data.
- Create scalable data pipelines and automation workflows for experimental and reactor test environments.
- Build digital twins of reactor subsystems to evaluate performance under simulated and real-world conditions.
- Develop software applications and APIs using Python, C++, or JavaScript frameworks for visualization, data analysis, and control interfaces.
- Implement cybersecurity and data integrity measures for mission-critical systems.
- Support deployment of AI systems across cloud and edge computing environments.
Other
- 5+ years of experience in software development, machine learning, or AI systems engineering.
- B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related field.
- Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills.
- Familiarity with nuclear, energy, or industrial automation domains is advantageous.
- U.S. citizenship or eligibility for security clearance may be required.
