Power Systems Research Scientist

Gridmatic; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gridmatic is looking for a Power Systems Research Scientist to develop models of large-scale transmission systems and analyze their impact on electricity markets. Responsibilities include optimizing power network models and collaborating with ML teams.

Candidates should have an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields, alongside a strong background in power systems analysis and programming skills in Python. The role is crucial in grid operations and requires expertise in various optimization techniques.

Qualifications

• Strong background in power systems analysis and modeling.
• Experience with power flow (AC/DC), transmission modeling, and congestion analysis.
• Familiarity with ISO/RTO markets and network-constrained market outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze power network models including AC/DC power flow.
• Design and implement scalable algorithms for large-scale power system optimization.
• Collaborate with ML and trading teams.

Skills

Power systems analysis and modeling

Strong programming skills in Python

Optimization algorithms

Education

Advanced degree (MS or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field

Tools

PSS/E

PowerWorld

PSLF

Job description

Gridmatic is a high-growth startup and a new kind of energy company, delivering affordable, clean power by optimizing renewable energy and grid‑scale batteries. With offices in the Bay Area and Houston, we bring together Silicon Valley–style innovation with deep, hands‑on expertise in real‑world power markets and energy retail.

As solar and wind become the fastest‑growing sources of electricity, variability from weather and grid conditions makes energy prices more volatile. Gridmatic tackles this challenge with industry‑leading forecasting and optimization—and gives our team the opportunity to work on problems that truly matter. Forecasting and trading energy are the foundation of what we do. We ingest large‑scale data—weather, prices, load, and grid conditions—to build probabilistic machine learning forecasts that drive real operational decisions. Our work directly determines when power is bought, stored, or deployed, turning uncertainty into value for customers and the grid.

Our impact is measurable. Gridmatic is the most profitable participant in ERCOT’s wholesale market and operates the top‑performing battery asset in CAISO. Profitable without venture capital, we offer a collaborative, low‑ego environment where rigorous thinking, autonomy, and continuous learning are core to how we work.

The Role

We are looking for a Power Systems Research Scientist to develop physics‑based models of large‑scale transmission systems and their impact on electricity markets.

• Develop and analyze power network models, including AC/DC power flow, contingency analysis, and security constraints.
• Build and enhance large‑scale optimization models (e.g., SCUC/SCED) with detailed transmission constraints.
• Design and implement scalable algorithms and solver components for large‑scale power system optimization.
• Identify and address computational bottlenecks in network‑constrained simulations and optimization.
• Model and analyze congestion and transmission‑driven market outcomes.
• Simulate grid scenarios with high penetration of renewables, storage, and outages.
• Collaborate with ML and trading teams to integrate network‑aware signals into forecasting and decision systems.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MS or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field.
• Strong background in power systems analysis and modeling.
• Experience with power flow (AC/DC), transmission modeling, and congestion analysis.
• Familiarity with ISO/RTO markets and network‑constrained market outcomes.
• Experience with optimization algorithms and large‑scale mathematical programming.
• Understanding of numerical methods for convex and/or non‑convex optimization.
• Strong programming skills in Python.

Nice to Have

• Experience with tools such as PSS/E, PowerWorld, PSLF, or similar.
• Familiarity with SCUC/SCED implementations.
• Background in electricity market modeling or trading.
• Experience working with large‑scale datasets and cloud applications.
• Familiarity with key power systems concepts such as PTDFs (power transfer distribution factors) and security constraints.
• Experience with GPU‑accelerated computing for large‑scale optimization or simulation.
• Experience with frameworks such as PyTorch or JAX for high‑performance numerical computing.

We encourage interested candidates to submit their application. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.