Senior Director, Software Engineering

Location: Bellevue, WAEmployment Type: Full-TimeReports To: VP of Software Engineering/ NOSAbout The Nuclear CompanyThe Nuclear Company (TNC) is at the forefront of America's nuclear renaissance, delivering the abundant, clean, reliable energy necessary for our nation to remain the world's leader. We're not just building nuclear plants – we're revolutionizing how they're built.Our Strategic Advantage: Nuclear OS will be built by the team that will use it. No other effort in the industry is embedding its technology staff alongside the engineering, procurement and construction teams responsible for execution. Others attempt to build software from the outside, disconnected from the realities of nuclear deployment. The Nuclear Company is building a system designed from the inside — ensuring Nuclear OS will address the challenges that have stalled nuclear projects for decades.About Nuclear OS (NOS)Nuclear OS is a secure, AI-native digital platform being developed jointly by The Nuclear Company and Palantir Technologies to transform the deployment of a fleet of nuclear facilities. It serves as an integrated operating system for managing every aspect of nuclear plant construction and commissioning – from design and scheduling to supply chain, field operations, and regulatory compliance.Revolutionary Impact: Nuclear OS will be a comprehensive, AI-driven digital platform designed to simplify and speed up construction of nuclear reactors. Unlike existing tools that only solve aspects of a problem, Nuclear OS will be designed to integrate all phases of nuclear deployment into a single, intelligent, and automated system.Position OverviewAs Director of Software Engineering, you will lead the development of Nuclear OS, the first purpose-built digital platform to digitize, automate, and streamline the development and deployment of fleet-scale nuclear power plants. This is more than software; it is an operational paradigm shift that aligns people, data, and technology in service of deploying nuclear energy infrastructure with greater predictability, transparency, and excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic LeadershipDrive the technical vision and roadmap for Nuclear OS as a comprehensive AI-driven digital platformLead cross-functional collaboration between software engineering, nuclear engineering, procurement, and construction teamsEstablish Nuclear OS as a long-term strategic asset capable of extension to plant operations, fleet management, and decommissioning.Technical Architecture & DevelopmentOversee the foundational architecture combining Palantir's powerful data integration and modeling capabilities with nuclear-specific functionality.Ensure end- to -end system integration where improvements in one area immediately benefit all other areas through a common platform.Lead development of core NOS components including Data Integration and Ontology, AI/ML Deployment and Intelligent Assistance, DevSecOps and Deployment Strategy, Investigative Analytics and Root Cause Analysis, and Regulatory Compliance and Workflow AutomationBuild and lead a world-class software engineering organization.Foster a culture of innovation, quality, and rapid iteration.Develop training programs targeting 50% reduction in onboarding time and 90% adoption rate across teams.Implement AR-powered simulations and hands-on tutorials for workforce adoption.Work closely with Palantir Technologies to leverage their platform capabilities.Ensure effective oversight of vendors and contractors, particularly those unfamiliar with nuclear requirements.Manage segregated collaboration workspaces for partners with appropriate export control complianceRequired QualificationsTechnical Excellence15+ years of software engineering experience with 8+ years in leadership rolesProven track record building and scaling enterprise software platformsDeep expertise in AI/ML systems, data integration, and cloud-native architectureExperience with DevSecOps practices and security frameworksKnowledge of regulatory compliance systems and workflow automationIndustry ExperienceExperience in highly regulated industries (nuclear, aerospace, defense, or similar)Understanding of complex engineering and construction workflowsFamiliarity with safety-critical systems and quality assurance processesExperience with export control regulations and secure collaboration environmentsLeadership CapabilitiesDemonstrated ability to lead large, distributed engineering teamsExperience managing partnerships with major technology vendorsTrack record of delivering complex, mission-critical software systems on time and budgetStrong communication skills with ability to interface with C-suite executives and technical teamsPreferred QualificationsAdvanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fieldExperience in nuclear industry or large-scale infrastructure projectsBackground in construction management or industrial project executionFamiliarity with Palantir technologies or similar data integration platformsSecurity clearance eligibilityWhat We OfferMission-Critical Impact: Lead the development of technology that will transform America's energy infrastructureCutting-Edge Technology: Work with the latest AI/ML technologies and data integration platformsStrategic Partnership: Collaborate directly with Palantir Technologies on groundbreaking solutionsIndustry Leadership: Pioneer new standards for project execution in the nuclear industry that could become a model worldwideCompetitive Compensation: Equity participation in America's nuclear renaissanceProfessional Growth: Opportunity to build and lead a world-class engineering organizationReady to Power Americas Future?Join us in making on-time, on-budget nuclear a reality and light the way for the world's energy future. Nuclear OS will be not just software, but a strategic asset that propels TNC to the forefront of clean energy infrastructure development.Apply now to lead the technology that will define the future of nuclear petitive compensation packages401k with company matchEstimated Starting Salary Range:The estimated starting salary range for this role is $225,000 - $260,000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on asemi-monthlybasis.The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company’s discretion, which may includeexperience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role.Voluntary Self-IdentificationFor government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. 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Created: 2025-10-06