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Kairos Power

IT Infrastructure Engineer

Become an IT Infrastructure Engineer with Kairos Power in Albuquerque, New Mexico. You will ensure the smooth operation of end-user devices and core applications, focusing on cloud and on-premises infrastructure. Enjoy competitive compensation, medical benefits, and a supportive work environment. Bring your IT systems experience to a company dedicated to clean energy solutions.
Kairos Power
Kairos Power
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States   On-site   Full Time  UTC-07:00   251-500   24 days ago

Kairos Power

Company Overview

Kairos Power

Alameda, California, United States

2016

Business Model

Energy

Kairos Power focuses on developing advanced nuclear reactor technology, specifically the KP-X reactor, which aims to provide safe, reliable, and low-cost energy. Their innovative approach leverages a unique fluoride salt-cooled, high-temperature reactor design.

The company generates revenue through partnerships, government contracts, and investments aimed at advancing their nuclear technology and expanding their market presence. They are also involved in research and development projects that attract funding from various stakeholders.

Locations & Geography

Kairos Power primarily operates in the United States, with its headquarters in Alameda, California. They are also exploring opportunities for international collaboration in the nuclear energy sector.

Company Culture

Their mission is to provide safe, affordable, and reliable energy through innovative nuclear technology. They value safety, sustainability, and collaboration, aiming to contribute positively to the energy landscape.

Kairos Power fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages innovation and creativity. They prioritize employee well-being and professional growth, creating a supportive atmosphere for their team.

The company invests in employee development through training programs, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement within the organization. They believe in empowering their workforce to achieve both personal and professional goals.

Activities & Projects

Kairos Power is currently focused on the development of the KP-X reactor, which is designed to be a safer and more efficient alternative to traditional nuclear reactors. They are also engaged in various research initiatives to enhance the safety and performance of nuclear energy systems.

The company is pioneering the use of fluoride salt as a coolant in their reactor design, which offers significant advantages in terms of safety and efficiency. This innovative approach positions them at the forefront of advanced nuclear technology.

Kairos Power is committed to sustainability by developing nuclear technology that aims to reduce carbon emissions and provide a reliable energy source. Their focus on clean energy solutions aligns with global efforts to combat climate change.

Career Opportunities

Kairos Power typically has openings for positions in engineering, research and development, project management, and operations. They seek individuals who are passionate about advancing nuclear technology and contributing to a sustainable energy future.

The company offers competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional development. They also provide a flexible work environment that supports work-life balance.

Contact Information

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kairospower.com

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Kairos Power is a new nuclear energy technology and engineering company whose mission is to enable the world’s transition to clean energy, with the ultimate goal to dramatically improve people’s quality of life while protecting the environment. This goal will be accomplished through the commercialization of the fluoride-salt-cooled, high-temperature reactor (FHR) that can be deployed with robust safety, affordable costs, and flexible operation to accommodate the expansion of variable renewables.

We are searching for a full-time, on-site Infrastructure Engineer to be responsible and accountable for the smooth running of our end-user devices and core applications, primarily for infrastructure located in the Kairos Power Albuquerque, NM site. You will champion the support, implementation, and maintenance of core infrastructure needs impacting the accelerated delivery of engineering and manufacturing services. The successful candidate will have previous IT systems/network engineering experience in an engineering company.

Responsibilities

  • Install and maintain cloud and on-premises networking and compute resources using IaC where possible
  • Standardize design and management of cloud and on-premises networking and compute resources
  • Coordinate and collaborate with outside partners to deliver secure, functional business solutions
  • Build scalable, reliable, automated solutions that efficiently improve network and application performance
  • Design, deploy, and maintain hybrid infrastructure across multiple offices and datacenters

Qualifications

  • 3+ years recent work experience as Network Engineer, Systems Engineer, or similar role in a medium/enterprise scale organization; 7+ years overall IT experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or similar field; or an equivalent combination of education, professional certifications, and work experience is preferred
  • Recent experience with datacenter operations, physical and logical networking, and systems engineering
  • Demonstrated on-the-job knowledge and experience with cloud services technologies (e.g. AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) to include design, implementation, and integration
  • Strong understanding of server-client technologies
  • Practical experience using configuration management tools (e.g. Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, Chef) as part of an Infrastructure as Code environment
  • High degree of proficiency in Windows, macOS, Linux, MDM, SSO, and at least one cloud IaaS platform
  • Prompt communication and excellent documentation skills
  • Resourceful / problem-solver mentality
  • Positive, enthusiastic, service-oriented attitude
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment and embrace constant changes and challenges
  • Working knowledge of modern information security practices
  • Prior work experience in a highly-regulated industry, especially within the government community
  • Prior work experience for an engineering or industrial/manufacturing company
  • Prior work experience in a fast-paced, high-growth startup
  • Ability to work with highly collaborative team
  • Ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently
  • Prioritizes and ensures safety of one self and others
  • Ability to proactively collect, manage and transfer knowledge
  • Ability to seek different and novel ways to create efficiencies when working on problems, challenges and issues

Physical Conditions

  • Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods
  • Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
  • Adjusting, moving, transporting, installing, positioning, or removing objects up to 50 pounds in all directions
  • Communicating with others to exchange information

Environmental Conditions

  • General office environment
  • Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
  • High-concentration, demanding and fast-paced

Safety and PPE

  • Reading and interpreting hazardous warning signs
  • Reporting issues with equipment or unsafe conditions

Additional Requirements

  • Occasionally requires overtime
  • Occasionally requires working weekends
  • Occasionally requires schedule flexibility
  • Occasionally requires extended hours to support launch and critical project timelines

About our Benefits

We know that we have some of the most talented and dedicated employees, and we believe in rewarding them accordingly. If you work here, full-time employees (excludes interns) expect to have access to the benefits below:

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their dependents
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) and pre-tax health insurance, dependent care, and commuter benefits (FSA)

Kairos Power is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities where we do business. Kairos Power is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We actively welcome people of different experiences, abilities, and perspectives.

Kairos Power participates in E-Verify.

Candidates only, no recruiters or agencies please.

Note: You are applying for a position that is located in a facility that handles information that is subject to export control restrictions by the Department of Energy under 10 CFR Part 810. To work in this facility, you need to be authorized by the Department of Energy to access Part 810-controlled information. Foreign nationals who are citizens of countries that are not on the Department of Energy’s general authorization list (link below) are not permitted to work in our facility unless the Department of Energy issues an export control license to the company to permit that individual to have access to Part 810-controlled information. The following questions are intended to determine the licensing requirements that may apply. https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/10/appendix-A_to_part_810

About the role

January 15, 2025

Full Time

Company

Kairos Power

March 26, 2025

On-site

kairospower.com

  •  Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

3+ years in a relevant role; 7+ years overall IT experience

UTC-07:00

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