Staff Computational Scientist (Electric Grid Simulations)

Location: Mountain View, California, United States; flexible hybrid work model

Base salary: $174,000–$261,000 per year, plus bonus, equity, and benefits.

Company

Alphabet-backed hirify.global, develops AI-powered tools for the electric grid through its Tapestry initiative.

What you will do

• Design and create advanced power-grid simulation and optimization tools.
• Develop algorithms and code that use modern high-performance computer hardware.
• Bridge power system physics with modern software architecture.
• Collaborate with AI researchers, software engineers, power systems experts, and product managers.
• Build computational capabilities that support clean-energy transitions and improve grid reliability.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering.
• Deep understanding of power systems and power electronics principles.
• At least 2 years of experience in power systems or power electronics modeling and simulations.
• Experience with a general-purpose programming language such as Python, Java, or C/C++.
• Understanding of numerical methods, including differential equations, differentiation, integration, and time discretization.

Nice to have

• Experience with power system planning and interconnection studies.
• Scientific programming experience with JAX, C++, Julia, or similar technologies.
• Familiarity with machine learning concepts.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work model.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Competitive salary, bonus, equity, and work on real-world energy infrastructure challenges.