Senior Developer
The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space creating a never before seen fleet-scale approach to building nuclear reactors. Through its design-once, build-many approach and coalition building across communities, regulators, and financial stakeholders, The Nuclear Company is committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity at the lowest cost, while catalyzing the nuclear industry toward rapid development in America and globally.
About The Role
We're seeking a Senior Developer to join our Nuclear OS team and help build the future of nuclear construction technology. This role offers the unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge software that directly impacts the deployment of clean energy infrastructure at scale. You'll be working with a modern tech stack built on Palantir Foundry, developing applications that integrate AI, digital twins, and predictive analytics into a single digital framework.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Complex Technical Development: Design and implement sophisticated software solutions within the Nuclear OS platform, demonstrating advanced technical expertise across the full stack
- Build AI-Native Applications: Develop and deploy machine learning models and AI capabilities within the Palantir Foundry environment, including predictive analytics and intelligent automation features
- Develop Full-Stack Solutions: Create robust front-end applications and backend services that communicate through secure APIs, ensuring seamless data integration across the platform
- Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Provide technical guidance to project teams, serve as a technical reviewer and approver, and mentor junior developers
- Software Development Lifecycle Excellence: Apply disciplined engineering processes for specification and implementation of design requirements, following industry best practices
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Liaise effectively between design, IT, and field construction teams, translating complex technical requirements into practical solutions
- DevSecOps Implementation: Contribute to continuous deployment practices using Palantir Apollo, ensuring secure and reliable software delivery across various environments
Required Qualifications
Experience
- 7-12 years of professional software development experience
- Proven track record of leading complex engineering projects and technical initiatives
- Experience with enterprise-scale software systems and data integration platforms
Technical Skills
- Core Technologies: Proficiency in Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, and React
- Platform Experience: Experience with Palantir Foundry or similar data integration platforms preferred
- API Development: Strong understanding of RESTful API design and implementation
Software Engineering: Deep knowledge of software development lifecycle, version control (Git), and modern development tools
- AI/ML: Familiarity with machine learning frameworks and model deployment
- DevOps: Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and cloud/on-premises deployment
Professional Competencies:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives
- Commitment to code quality, testing, and documentation
- Security-conscious development practices
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in highly regulated industries (nuclear, aerospace, defense, or similar)
- Background in digital engineering or industrial software systems
- Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and compliance frameworks
- Experience with data modeling and ontology development
- Knowledge of project management and construction workflows
Benefits
- Competitive compensation packages
- 401k with company match
- Medical, dental, vision plans
- Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
Estimated Starting Salary Range
The estimated starting salary range for this role is $121,000 - $143,000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a bi-weekly basis. The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company’s discretion, which may include experience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role.
EEO Statement
The Nuclear Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, and termination.
Certain positions at The Nuclear Company may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in The Nuclear Company limiting its consideration of certain applicants.
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