Focused Energy (focused-energy.co)

Laser Architect (f/m/d)

Darmstadt, DE

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 91 days ago

ResearchLeadershipCollaboration

About the role

Focused Energy is a fusion energy startup with the goal of generating unlimited clean energy to responsibly meet future global demand.
With the use and commercialization of laser-induced inertial fusion, a clean and highly efficient power generation technology is coming within reach, suitable to ensure a secure and scalable future energy supply.
They enable the transition of inertial fusion energy from proof‑of‑principle laser experiments toward credible, scalable driver concepts, shaping the technical foundations on which future pilot plants and commercial systems will be built.

Support design of diagnostics and test protocols aligned with future scaling needs.
Demonstrated experience in conceptual design and experimental validation of complex laser systems
The Laser Architect is the system‑level technical lead responsible for the conceptual design, modeling, and experimental validation of laser driver architectures for inertial fusion energy (IFE) at the research and pre‑pilot stage.
This role focuses on defining and evolving credible laser driver concepts that can ultimately support fusion energy production, while operating primarily at the R&D and demonstrator level, where performance exploration, risk reduction, and physics‑driven trade studies dominate over industrial optimization.
This is an opportunity to join an early, growing company at the forefront of new technology, where you'll have the opportunity to develop and grow your career.
Take ownership from day 1 and drive impact by making decisions, solving challenges and shaping the future of our company.
We organize regular events to foster team bonding, encourage collaboration, and build a strong, supportive company culture.
Ownership: Take ownership from day 1 and drive impact by making decisions, solving challenges and shaping the future of our company.
Events: We organize regular events to foster team bonding, encourage collaboration, and build a strong, supportive company culture.

PhD or equivalent experience in laser physics, optical engineering, or related fields
Deep expertise in high‑energy and/or high‑average‑power laser systems
Ability to operate across physics, optics, and systems‑level reasoning
Ability to bridge theoretical modeling and experimental reality

We support your work-life-balance by granting you 30 days of vacation per year.
We offer a competitive salary and company ownership in the form of stock options, giving you a direct stake in our success and ownership in what we build together.

Your Success is our Success: We offer a competitive salary and company ownership in the form of stock options, giving you a direct stake in our success and ownership in what we build together.
Vacation Days: We support your work-life-balance by granting you 30 days of vacation per year.
Retirement Plan: If you decide for a private pension plan, we will finance 15% on top of your monthly contributions.
Mobility with NAVIT: We partner with NAVIT to support your flexible commuting needs-whether it's a public transportation ticket, taxi rides or car-sharing you choose what fits your lifestyle.
Fitness with Wellhub: We care about your health.
Get access to a wide range of gyms, fitness studios and wellness services across Europe through our partnership with Wellhub.
Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, benefits.

Be part of a cutting-edge company working on groundbreaking research in clean energy and scientific discovery.
Work with great people in a dynamic, international environment with top-tier scientists, engineers and professionals passionate about solving global challenges.
We are seeking a Laser Architect to join our dynamic laser development team.
Innovative Technology & Mission: Be part of a cutting-edge company working on groundbreaking research in clean energy and scientific discovery.

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