Tokamak Energy
Senior Software Engineer (C++ / Data Acquisition & Control)
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Senior Embedded Systems Software Engineer – Fusion & HTS Control
Tokamak Energy is a global leader in fusion energy and high-temperature superconducting (HTS) technologies, leading innovation across government projects, industry, and strategic partnerships. Our robust end-to-end HTS capability, spanning design to manufacturing, positions us at the forefront of next-generation energy solutions.
We partner with the UK Government’s STEP Fusion Programme (under a £70m contract) to deliver HTS magnet systems for the STEP prototype power plant, alongside work on tokamak systems and plasma integration.
As an ** ранний спін-оф от UK Atomic Energy Authority**, Tokamak Energy operates with three key divisions:
- Fusion – Tech development for government and private fusion, including ST40, the world’s highest-field spherical tokamak.
- TE Magnetics – Commercial HTS systems for fusion, power distribution, life sciences, propulsion.
- Ridgway Machines – Advanced machinery for superconducting, electrical, and energy sector industrialisation.
About the Role
This critical technical position involves developing real-time software interfacing directly with hardware to control and monitor cutting-edge engineering systems.
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You will architect C++ applications for embedded and Linux-based platforms, handling:
- Data acquisition
- System control
- Hardware integration
The role offers ownership and impact within a growing software team, ensuring strong influence over foundational systems.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing C++ software for real-time data acquisition & system control
- Interfaceing with hardware via USB, TCP/IP, SPI, I2C, and serial protocols
- Building system monitoring & control tools
- Creating backend tooling for data storage, processing, and retrieval
- Leading development of core control software
- Collaborating with electronics engineers, hardware teams, and R&D specialists
Requirements
Essential
✅ Strong C++ development experience ✅ Expertise in asynchronous/real-time systems ✅ Familiarity with Linux environments ✅ Proven hardware interfacing (I/O protocols) ✅ Proficient in version control (Git) and build systems (CMake)
Desirable
✅ Experience with Embedded Linux / ARM-based systems ✅ Asynchronous I/O frameworks (e.g., Boost.Asio) ✅ Knowledge of real-time systems/networking principles ✅ Messaging protocols (e.g., MQTT) ✅ Hands-on experience with FPGAs or microcontrollers
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Benefits
- Salary: Up to £75,000 (negotiable based on skills/experience)
- Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays + discretionary festive closure
- Performance rewards:
- Bonus scheme
- Innovation & merit awards
- Equity: Share options aligned with company progression
- Financial protection: Comprehensive benefits (pension, death-in-service, critical illness)
- Well-being: Health cash plan + 24/7 assistance
- Career growth: Investment in upskilling and career progression paths
- Impact: Contribute to groundbreaking fusion energy innovations
Important Candidate Information
Tokamak Energy is committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination across all criteria.
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