Senior Solid-State Battery Electrochemist — Onsite

QuantumScape Battery, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

RSU/Equity

Health care

ESPP

Job summary

QuantumScape Battery, Inc. in San Jose, CA, is seeking a Senior Solid-State Battery Electrochemist to lead fabrication, characterization, and reliability work on next‑gen solid-state cells from concept through pilot manufacturing.

The role blends electrochemistry, materials science, and process engineering; you will mentor engineers, define diagnostic frameworks, and push manufacturability while advancing IP. On-site work five days a week with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Electrochemistry or related field required with 1+ years industry or postdoc experience; OR a Master's degree with 3+ years in lithium-based battery technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, fabrication, and optimization of solid-state battery cells for performance and manufacturability.
• Define advanced electrochemical characterization strategies and diagnostic metrics to accelerate development.
• Provide technical leadership across cross-functional teams and contribute to QuantumScape's intellectual property portfolio.

Skills

Solid-state battery fabrication

Electrochemical characterization

Technical leadership

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in Electrochemistry or related field

Master's degree in related field

Job description

QuantumScape Battery, Inc. in San Jose, CA, is seeking a Senior Solid-State Battery Electrochemist to lead fabrication, characterization, and reliability work on next‑gen solid-state cells from concept through pilot manufacturing.

The role blends electrochemistry, materials science, and process engineering; you will mentor engineers, define diagnostic frameworks, and push manufacturability while advancing IP. On-site work five days a week with a competitive compensation package.