Senior Application Engineer

Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) is at the forefront of the urgent transition to fusion energy, combining decades of research with cutting-edge technologies to develop commercially viable fusion power plants. Since 2018, they've secured over $2 billion in funding, making them the most well-funded fusion energy company in the US.

The Senior Application Engineer role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining software systems using Mendix, a model-driven development platform. This position is ideal for technical experts who want to contribute to the mission of achieving energy abundance. The role involves working with cross-functional teams, implementing scalable solutions, and developing applications using both low-code and traditional programming approaches.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with business partners throughout the application development lifecycle, designing scalable architectures, building apps using Mendix platform, and extending functionality through custom coding. The position requires expertise in relational databases, full-stack web frameworks, and API integrations.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in IT or equivalent experience, with strong expertise in databases, web frameworks, and API integrations. Experience with Mendix is highly valued, especially with Advanced Certification. The role offers competitive compensation ($110,000 - $185,000), equity, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible vacation days.

CFS values diversity and maintains an inclusive work environment, considering all qualified applicants equally regardless of background. The position is based in Milpitas, CA, and requires working in a facility with industrial hazards, including high voltage systems and cryogenics.