Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) has the fastest, lowest cost path to commercial fusion energy.
CFS is collaborating with MIT to leverage decades of research combined with new groundbreaking high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnet technology. HTS magnets will enable compact fusion power plants that can be constructed faster and at lower cost.
The mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. CFS has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by the world’s leading investors, CFS is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change.
If you are interested in joining our team, check out cfs.energy/careers for more information.
Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) has the fastest, lowest cost path to commercial fusion energy.
CFS collaborates with MIT to leverage decades of research combined with groundbreaking new high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnet technology. HTS magnets will enable compact fusion power plants that can be constructed faster and at lower cost. Our mission is to deploy these power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. To that end, CFS has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by the world’s leading investors, CFS is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. To implement this plan, we are looking to add dedicated people to the team who treat people well, improve our work by adding multifaceted perspectives and new ways of solving problems, have achieved outstanding results through a range of pursuits, and have skills and experience related to this role.
As a Platform Engineer at Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS), you will play a crucial role in building a robust and scalable framework to facilitate the modernization and advancement of the company's IT and OT infrastructure. You’ll leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies, cloud technologies, and industry best practices to establish a foundation for efficient and automated platform engineering practices.
In this role, you will lead the effort to elevate CFS's infrastructure by designing and implementing a comprehensive framework that aligns with industry best practices. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, DevOps specialists, and system administrators, to define infrastructure requirements, optimize architecture, and automate deployment and scalability processes.
Your expertise in IaC principles will enable you to create scalable infrastructure templates utilizing tools like Terraform or CloudFormation. By adopting cloud technologies, such as AWS alongside traditional networking and datacenter technologies, you will design and implement secure and scalable solutions that ensure efficient resource utilization and ease of management.
As a member of the team, you will provide technical guidance and mentorship, driving the development of best practices and engineering standards related to platform infrastructure. You will actively participate in conceptualizing and implementing the framework, leveraging your expertise in both cloud-native and traditional solutions such as serverless architectures and microservices.
To excel in this role, you should have a strong background in platform engineering with hands-on experience in designing, building, and managing cloud-based and on-premise infrastructure.
Overall, as a Platform Engineer at CFS, you will have the opportunity to shape the infrastructure framework that will underpin not only the company's technology transformation, but the fusion industry as a whole. Your contributions will directly impact the efficiency, scalability, and security of CFS's systems, enabling the advancement of clean and sustainable energy production through fusion technology.
CFS team members thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have demonstrated exceptional results through a range of different pursuits. We all tightly align with our company values of integrity, execution, impact and self-critique. As we grow, we are looking to add talented people who are mission driven and bring diverse perspectives and new ways of solving problems.
At CFS, we deeply value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
This team member will:
Design and implement a comprehensive framework for infrastructure that aligns with industry best practicesCollaborate with cross-functional teams to define infrastructure requirements and optimize architectureAutomate deployment and scalability processes using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologiesCreate scalable infrastructure templates using tools like Terraform or CloudFormationDesign and implement secure and scalable solutions utilizing cloud technologies (AWS, GCP, Azure) and traditional networking and datacenter technologiesProvide technical guidance and mentorship to team membersDevelop best practices and engineering standards related to platform infrastructureParticipate in the conceptualization and implementation of the framework, including serverless architectures and microservicesDesign, build, and manage cloud-based and on-premise infrastructure using these frameworksIdentify and evaluate new technologies and tools to enhance platform infrastructureImplement and manage monitoring and alerting systems to ensure high availability and performance of infrastructureTroubleshoot and resolve infrastructure issues in a timely mannerManage and optimize resource utilization in cloud and on-premise environmentsImplement security measures to protect infrastructure and dataAutomate repetitive tasks to improve efficiency and scalabilityConduct performance analysis and capacity planning for platform infrastructureThe ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of these requirements:
Experience in platform engineering, datacenter management, infrastructure engineering, computer engineering or similarMinimum of 5 years of experience in platform engineering or related rolesHands-on experience in designing, building, and managing cloud and on-premise based infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, VMWare)Proficient in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies and tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)Experience managing and building Linux systems.Strong understanding of networking principles and technologies (e.g., DNS, Load Balancers, Firewalls)Experience with containerization technologies and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)Understanding and experience developing and working in a GitOps based environmentSolid understanding of cloud computing concepts and architecturesProficient in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and toolsStrong knowledge of networking protocols and technologiesFamiliarity with security best practices for infrastructure and data protectionExcellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skillsStrong scripting and automation skillsProficient in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Go)Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and collaborate with stakeholdersStrong documentation and communication skillsAbility to adapt to evolving technologies and learn new skills quicklyAdditional experience and/or qualifications:
OT and manufacturing specific experienceStrong scripting and programming skills (e.g., Python, Go, Bash)Experience with log management and analysis tools (e.g., ELK stack, Splunk, LogScale)Knowledge of infrastructure performance optimization techniquesExperience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet)Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and experience with related tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Github Actions, SpaceLift)Familiarity with serverless architectures and microservicesAbility to lift up to 50 lbs as needed in deploying on-prem infrastructureWillingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionallyWork in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics#LI-Hybrid