Machine Learning Researcher
Proxima FusionMunich, Bavaria, Germany
Posted February 12, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Proxima Fusion GmbH is Europe's fastest-growing fusion company dedicated to developing the first generation of stellarator fusion power plants. The firm focuses on advanced fusion energy solutions, positioning itself at the intersection of clean energy, climate technology, and deep tech innovation. By pioneering stellarator designs, Proxima Fusion offers a unique approach to sustained, zero-emission power generation that outpaces conventional fusion concepts. Its rapid growth and cutting-edge technology make it a standout leader in the global fusion industry, attracting talent eager to shape the future of sustainable energy.
Job Description
At Proxima Fusion, we're driven by a bold mission – to redefine the future of sustainable energy. Our unique concept, built upon the groundbreaking W7-X stellarator and the latest advances in technology, paves the way for commercially viable fusion power plants.
Requirements
- Identifying and defining novel ways to apply ML for stellarator design and engineering
- Integrate ML in data-driven plasma scenarios for net-energy-gain stellarators
- Pursuing real-world applications of ML from the prototyping stage to tools that provide concrete value across the team