Senior Director of Information Technology

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

190

Devens, MA, United States

Posted on: 2025-01-02

Category: renewables

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Senior

Salary

Salary not provided

About the company:

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.

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as a Senior Director of Information Technology

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior Director of Information Technology to join our team. You will lead our Information Technology (IT) and Enterprise Information Systems (EIS) teams, ensuring that our technology infrastructure and operations align with our business goals and support our commitment to innovation in the energy sector. This role requires a strong leader with a deep understanding of advanced technology and energy systems, along with the ability to implement practical solutions that improve efficiency that enhance our competitive edge.

#LI-Hybrid

At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless 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.

What you'll do:

Strategic Leadership:

Align IT strategy to support research, design, production, and validation of commercial fusion energy technology

Identify and implement cutting-edge technologies that support the development and deployment of tough tech solutions

Technology Management:

Oversee the management and optimization of IT infrastructure, ensuring reliability, security, and scalability

Ensure robust cybersecurity measures are in place to protect sensitive information and critical infrastructure

Innovation and Development:

Foster a culture of innovation & experimentation within the IT and EIS team and across the organization.

Guide technology leaders to balance short term priorities with over-the-horizon thinking to support a rapidly evolving enterprise

Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and business teams to advance automation throughout the company

Team Leadership:

Build and lead a high-performing IT and EIS team, promoting professional growth and development.

Mentor and guide technology leaders to cultivate a strong leadership pipeline

Stakeholder Engagement:

Collaborate with executive leadership to align IT strategies with business priorities

Support the infrastructure requirements of software teams tasked with developing key SCADA and Production software systems

Engage with external partners to vet next generation technology and systems

Operational Excellence:

Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of IT initiatives

Develop a culture of data driven decision making

Ensure the effective management of IT budgets, resources, and projects

Drive continuous improvement in IT processes and service delivery

Financial Management:

Foster a culture of financial accountability

Drive technology leaders to leverage tiered talent models that include in-house, contract and offshore resources to best align with financial priorities

Build processes and tools for robust management of public cloud costs

What we’re looking for:

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)

Understanding of tough tech, including advanced materials, AI, robotics, and other emerging technologies

Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Strong leadership and team management abilities

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Experience working in demanding startup environments with dynamic priorities

Experience managing the implementation of ERP and enterprise data platforms

Familiarity with key ERP sub-systems including finance, supply chain, quality, etc.

Background working in environments with heavy reliance on Operational Technology (OT) platforms including Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and SCADA systems

In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity, data management, and IT infrastructure

Proven track record of managing large-scale IT projects and budgets

Must-have requirements:

Ability to type, stand, and sit for extended periods of time

Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call

Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

190

Full time

Full time

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

190

Full time

Renewables