Software Development Team Lead - #196130

Interested in helping us transform thermal and electric energy?

Become a part of the leading Generation-IV nuclear plant development team.

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Terrestrial Energy is developing for near-term commercial operation, a zero-emissions cogeneration plant for global industry using its proprietary Integral Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR) fission technology in an innovative, small and modular plant design. The IMSR is a non-Light Water Reactor of the Generation IV class that operates at the high temperature required for broad industrial relevance with transformative economic potential. The IMSR plant is capable of grid-based electric power generation and industrial cogeneration in many energy-intensive industries, including petrochemical and chemical synthesis for hydrogen and ammonia production. The IMSR plant offers a near 50 percent improvement in efficiency of electric power generation compared to Light Water Reactor nuclear plants. Its industrial cogeneration capability delivers to today’s markets industrial competitiveness, security of energy, and zero-emissions industrial production. The IMSR plant’s use of existing industrial materials, components, and fuels supports its near-term deployment, setting the stage for a rapid global decarbonization of the primary energy system. To execute this plan, we are now looking to add talented people to the team, each of whom will:

• improve our team by adding diverse perspectives and innovative ways of problem solving
• have demonstrated exceptional results in engineering projects
• be a team player with the ability to collaborate closely and interact with other groups
• be flexible and adaptable to change
• have skillset and experience that relate to the following role:
  
  

Responsibilities

The Software Development Team Lead, under the direction of the Engineering Director, will guide our growing engineering team in developing advanced software systems for our IMSR technology. This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape the technical direction of cutting-edge software solutions while leading a team of developers working at the forefront of clean energy innovation. The Software Development Team Lead will be responsible for driving the development of AI-powered engineering tools and advanced analytics systems that will power the future of carbon-free energy. Key Responsibilities include:

Team Leadership & Management

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers developing software for nuclear systems.
• Provide technical guidance and software development support for team members across the Engineering Department
• Coordinate project planning, task allocation, and sprint management using agile methodologies
• Foster a collaborative culture focused on innovation, quality, and continuous learning
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Physics and Thermal Hydraulics analysts, and project managers or others within the Engineering Department who develop software code.
  
  

Nuclear Systems Software Development

• Lead the design and development of software for the optimization and pre/post processing of simulations for nuclear reactor neutronics, thermal hydraulic, or stress analysis for reactor performance optimization
• Implement industry’s best practices for software development
  
  

AI-Powered Engineering Tools

• Lead development of AI tools and machine learning models to accelerate software development for applications used within the Engineering Department
• Oversee development of AI-assisted tools to enhance Reactor Physics, Thermohydraulic, and Stress Analysis simulation and modeling capabilities
• Guide implementation of automated code generation and optimization for engineering analysis software
  
  

Data Analytics & Performance Optimization

• Lead development of analytics tools for optimization of experiments and system designs.
• Lead advanced data analytics initiatives for investigating R&D test results and experimental data
• Guide development of machine learning models for data processing
• Oversee design of statistical analysis tools for validating reactor physics and thermal modeling predictions
• Lead development of AI-powered business intelligence tools using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architecture
• Oversee creation of intelligent chat interfaces for querying and analyzing business data across multiple systems
• Direct implementation of natural language processing systems for technical document search and knowledge management
• Guide development of conversational AI tools for accessing project data, regulatory documents, and engineering specifications
  
  

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Lead development of software meeting nuclear industry safety standards and regulatory requirements
• Oversee implementation of robust logging, audit trails, and compliance reporting systems
• Ensure team adherence to nuclear safety protocols and quality assurance standards
• Support regulatory review processes and coordinate documentation requirements
• Implement cybersecurity best practices for nuclear infrastructure
  
  

Core Competencies

• Communication
• Critical Thinking, Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Leadership
• Planning and Organizing
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Flexible and adaptable
• Learning Agility
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
• 8+ years of software development experience in critical systems environments
• 2+ years of team leadership experience in technical organizations
• Experience leading software development projects from conception to deployment
• Experience leading AI/ML initiatives in engineering applications
• Experience with hiring, mentoring, and developing technical talent
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages (C/C++, Python, Java, JSON, or similar)
• Experience with machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn)
• Knowledge of AI/ML techniques for engineering applications
• Database design and management (SQL, time-series databases)
• Statistical analysis and data visualization tools (R, MATLAB, or similar)
• Version control systems (Git) and agile development methodologies
• Project management tools and methodologies (Jira, Scrum, Kanban)
• Experience with high-performance computing and parallel processing
• Code review processes and software quality assurance practices
• Knowledge of AI/ML applications in scientific computing and engineering
• Familiarity with stress analysis, reactor physics, or thermal hydraulic modeling
• Understanding of statistical analysis and experimental data processing
• Experience managing technical teams and coordinating complex software projects
  
  

Assets

• Understanding of nuclear physics, thermodynamics, or energy systems
• Experience with engineering analysis software such as finite element analysis, or computational fluid dynamics
  
  

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision), + an additional Health Spending Account
• A vacation policy designed to support your work-life balance
• EAP Programs available to you and your family
• $500 Wellness Subsidy
• Annual Performance Review
• Paid United Way Volunteer Days – A chance to give back!
• Career development opportunities
  
  

Please submit a Resume and Cover Letter.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada without the need for sponsorship for employment visa status.

Terrestrial Energy Requires That The Successful Candidate Be Able To Access And Use Information Subject To U.S. Export Control Laws, Which Mandate All Citizenships (including Dual Citizenships) Be From The U.S. Department Of Energy’s List Of Generally Authorized Countries (10 CFR Part 810 Appendix A And Can Be Found Here

https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810) unless a specific authorization from the U.S. Department of Energy is obtained or unless you are a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual under the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). Additional information can be found here: https://www.energy.gov/nnsa/10-cfr-part-810.

Terrestrial Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age. The Company encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require technical support in a format that is accessible to you, please contact [email protected]