At Voltanova, we’re developing cutting edge long-duration thermal enery storage to deliver 24/7 carbon-free heat & power – enabling industries to eliminate fossil fuels and decarbonize at scale. Backed by IISc and leading innovation partners, we’re solving one of the toughest challenges in the energy transition.
Brief Role:
We’re hiring a Principal Materials Scientist to take a key leadership role in shaping our core technology. You won’t just be running experiments – you’ll be driving the materials R&D roadmap for a product that can transform global industry. This is a high-ownership, high-impact position at the heart of our deep-tech mission.
Experience: 7–15 years
Qualification: PhD / M.Tech / B.Tech in Materials Science or equivalent
🌱 Your Role:
- Lead materials selection, testing, and optimization for ultra-high-temperature systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to shape core product design
- Translate lab-scale insights into robust, scalable industrial solutions
✨ What we’re looking for:
- PhD or Master’s in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in high temp materials
- Strong first-principles thinking, hands-on experimentation, and execution ability
- Deep conviction in climate impact and a hunger to build something that lasts
💡 What you’ll get:
- A mission-critical role in a fast-growing deeptech company
- High ownership and long-term alignment through best-in-class salary + equity
- A collaborative, science-first team that values intellectual honesty, speed, and real-world impact
- The opportunity to build cutting edge tech and shape the future of clean energy
