Staff Electrolyte Scientist

Responsibilities

• Own the electrolyte formulation strategy for advanced lithium-ion systems, focusing on high-energy-density and high-voltage chemistries
• Design and develop state-of-the-art electrolyte systems, including advanced additive packages and next-generation formulations
• Solve complex interfacial challenges such as SEI/CEI stability, gas evolution, and impedance growth
• Drive mechanistic understanding through electrochemical and advanced analytical approaches
• Partner with cell engineering and materials teams to co-optimize electrolyte, electrode, and cell design
• Lead electrolyte workstreams in commercial programs to ensure alignment with customer requirements
• Set technical direction and define experimental frameworks to elevate data quality
• Contribute to IP generation and technical differentiation

Requirements

• PhD with 5+ years or MS with 10+ years in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• Demonstrated success developing electrolytes for high-Ni cathodes, high-voltage systems, or silicon-based anodes
• Deep expertise in electrolyte formulation design including salt, solvent, and additive engineering
• Proven ability to connect interfacial chemistry to cell performance
• Strong hands-on experience with electrochemical testing and advanced characterization (NMR, GC-MS, ICP, XPS, SEM)
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Deep data analysis capability and ability to drive data-informed technical decisions
• Ability to operate independently and collaborate in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience bringing electrolyte formulations from concept to production scale
• Expertise in fluorinated systems or novel additive chemistries
• Understanding of cost-performance tradeoffs and supply chain considerations
• Prior experience with large-scale commercial battery programs
• Demonstrated technical leadership and mentoring experience

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity compensation
• 15 Vacation Days, 10+ Holidays, and Sick time off
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage (60% for dependents)
• 401k with match
• Paid parental leave with flexible return-to-work policy