Senior Exhaust Code Developer
Core
Developing edge modelling codes and algorithms for fusion devices to model advanced divertor concepts and neutral particles.
Role type
Senior IC scientific code developer (fusion plasma physics)
Builds
Multi-fluid and kinetic Monte Carlo codes for edge plasma and neutral particles
Domain
Nuclear fusion energy / Plasma physics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | research
Required skills
Edge plasma modelling, HPC code development, parallel programming, software engineering practices, SOL/exhaust physics knowledge
Preferred skills
PhD in relevant scientific discipline, post-doctoral experience, publication track record in fusion physics
Technologies
SOLPS, EDGE2D, EIRENE, JINTRAC, version control, profiling tools, testing frameworks
Responsibilities
Develop edge modelling codes for existing and future fusion devices, optimise code algorithms for modern computers (HPC), interface edge codes with integrated transport modelling suite, identify missing modelling features, document new codes, supervise and mentor placement and PhD students
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with research leadership