Research and development technician jobs in Vallejo, CA - 454 jobs
All
Research And Development Technician
Product Development Scientist
Research And Development Engineer
Scientist
Research Technician Lead
Research And Development Chemist
Research Associate
Senior Research Chemist
Analytical Scientist
Senior Microbiologist
Senior Research And Development Technician
Global HRBP for R&D Leadership & Growth
P2P 3.2
Research and development technician job in San Francisco, CA
A leading blockchain analytics firm is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner in San Francisco. You will partner with the R&D team to ensure effective HR strategies, align on organizational goals, and lead talent management initiatives. Ideal candidates have strong HR expertise, are effective in change management, and can navigate complex issues. The role offers a compensation range of $138K - $230K, with a focus on fostering an inclusive work environment.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
$138k-230k yearly 2d ago
Looking for a job?
Let Zippia find it for you.
R&D Technician
Aosense, Inc. 4.2
Research and development technician job in Fremont, CA
AOSense, Inc. is the leading developer and manufacturer of innovative quantum technologies employing atom optics. Our products use frequency-stabilized lasers and atoms in a vacuum cell to measure accelerations, rotations, magnetic fields, and time with unparalleled accuracy and stability. Our staff includes physicists, engineers, and technicians with expertise covering a wide array of disciplines. Our teams are dynamic and fast paced since our hardware is cutting edge.
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking an R&D technician who specializes in precision assembly and testing. As a hands-on R&D Technician at AOSense, you will work with physicists and engineers to build and test high-performance, fieldable accelerometers, gyroscopes, gravimeters, atomic clocks, frequency standards, and magnetometers, as well as component technologies that we sell commercially to the R&D community.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborate with physicists and engineers to assemble and test complex quantum sensor and atomic clock hardware
Procure and track inventories of mechanical, optical, vacuum, and electrical components
Coordinate component and subsystem fabrication, assembly, and test
Assemble precision mechanical systems
Align lasers through optical systems
Procure and maintain laboratory equipment and supplies
Collaborate with engineers to define and implement test plans
Bake out and leak test vacuum systems
Document and report results of validation testing
Requirements
Demonstrated success in precision mechanical assembly of prototypes and products
Enthusiasm for developing expertise in new fabrication disciplines
Proven organizational skills and attention to detail
Hands-on experience with test equipment
Excellent troubleshooting skills
Applicants should thrive in a dynamic environment
U.S. Government contracts require applicants to be U.S. citizens or permanent residents
DESIRED EXPERIENCE:
Expertise aligning and securing micro-optical components
Hands-on experience with vacuum system assembly and testing
Adept in glovebox assembly work
Sensitivity to cleanliness requirements of vacuum and optical assemblies
Skilled in mechanical prototyping, including basic machining and finishing operations
Practical experience with advanced bonding methods, including soldering, brazing, and adhesives
Proficiency with SolidWorks mechanical design software
Familiarity with electronics prototyping, including reading schematics, PCB fabrication, assembly, soldering, and rework
Experience testing low-noise analog, mixed-signal, and rf electronics
Basic knowledge of data acquisition and analysis software such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, and Python
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Associate degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent professional experience, with experience in an R&D environment
Benefits
Salary depends on qualifications and experience
Medical and dental
Retirement
Stock plan
AOSense is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or disability status, or any other federal, state or local protected class.
AOSense is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are disabled and require special assistance or a reasonable accommodation while seeking employment with AOSense, then please contact us via email at ******************* or call ************** x210
$77k-118k yearly est. 7d ago
TCHO Flavor Lab Manager & R&D Tech
TCHO Chocolate 3.2
Research and development technician job in Berkeley, CA
The Opportunity: The Palate of a Chef, the Mind of a Scientist
TCHO is looking for a rare professional to serve as the tactical engine of our research and production. This individual will fill a high-impact role that bridges the gap between creative sensory exploration and technical production. This is a hands-on role at our factory, responsible for tending the entire lifecycle of our chocolate. This begins with the cacao beans being grown around the world by our farmer partners, to the final production of high-end chocolate and confections at our production facility in Berkeley. We are seeking a maker who can manage complex data and production schedules while maintaining a disciplined focus on creativity and flavor.
This position is 100% onsite due to the hands-on nature of the role, including production, sensory evaluation, laboratory work, and small-batch confectionery manufacturing.
1. Sensory Mastery & Tasting
Daily Analysis: Lead disciplined daily sensory panels of raw cacao liquors, experimental batches, finished chocolate, and confections to ensure every product meets TCHO standards.
Raw Material Selection: Participate in the selection and sensory analysis of all raw materials, including cocoa beans, liquor, powder, butter, and inclusions such as nuts or vanilla.
Final Sign-off: Provide sensory sign-off for final products coming off the line to ensure manufacturing quality and consistency.
2. The “Source” & Laboratory Management
Bean Sample Management: Manage the intake of cacao samples from global partners, including roasting, winnowing, and grinding micro-batches to evaluate fermentation quality and genetic potential.
Flavor Lab Oversight: Manage daily operations of the flagship TCHO Flavor Lab space (one of only 12 worldwide).
Operational Upkeep: Oversee lab organization, cleaning, sample retention, and restocking of laboratory supplies and equipment.
3. Production, Formulation & Retail Confectionery
Formula Creation: Develop and manage proprietary daily production formulas used by the manufacturing team.
Retail Confectionery Production: Act as a Confectioner for TCHO Retail, responsible for creating small-batch and small-lot confections for retail customers, including hand-crafted and limited-run items.
Efficiency & Scalability: Support factory operations by optimizing run times, flush materials, FIFO practices, and small-batch scalability.
SOP Compliance: Ensure all product SOPs are followed, including requirements related to cross-contamination, Organic, Kosher, and Fair Trade certifications.
4. New Product Development (NPD)
Dream-to-Reality: Translate creative product concepts into consistent, repeatable production.
Prototyping: Execute hands-on prototyping and produce sales and retail samples, including chocolate formulas, plant-based ganache, enrobed items, panned goods, and other confections.
Scaling: Move products from lab-scale concepts to small industrial and retail-ready production.
Who You Are
Palate-Driven: You possess an advanced ability to articulate flavor and a deep interest learning how the magic of chocolate comes to life.
Analytical: You love a good system and can track R&D data and formulas with precision to keep projects on a professional timeline.
Technically Grounded: You likely have a background in Food Science, Pastry, or Confectionery and know your way around the bakery and confectionery world.
Onsite & Flexible: This is not a desk job. You are based at our Berkeley HQ and willing to work weekends to keep the lab and production cycles moving.
Skills & Abilities
Bachelors' degree or equivalent
Minimum 3 years working in pastry, confectionary or chocolate industry,
Demonstrated leadership experience of teaching and developing teams within food industry.
Excellent writing, reading and communication skills
Spanish fluency is a major plus.
Ability to transport and move 50-pound handloads
Must be able to remain in a stationary position for entire shift
Must be able to work above ground levels-10 feet and in cold and warm temperature work environment
Salary Range - $95,000 - $120,000
$95k-120k yearly 3d ago
Research And Development Engineer
All Weather Insulated Panels 3.8
Research and development technician job in Vacaville, CA
The Research and Development (R&D) Engineer uses their technical design skills to drive the products from theoretical structural designs and calculations to the physical testing, approvals and certifications. As part of the AWIP Innovation Team, the R&D Engineer collaborates with the technical, design, and business development teams to take new product developments and improvement of existing products from the stages of concept, evaluation, design, validation, approval, product launch, and installation. This position will be critical in ensuring that AWIP remains ahead in the industry for innovative and sustainable building products.
Essential Functions:
Work with the innovation and cross-functional teams to envision, design, manufacture, prototype, and launch innovative products
Research and develop new products while optimizing cost and performance
Participate and provide deliverables for the product development phase/stage gate system
Maintain detailed and organized notes and information for each project including, but not limited to, vendors, material types, successes and failures, modifications, etc.
Ensure test materials and assemblies are properly installed and prepared at test laboratories by assisting in assembly preparation, witnessing and supervising testing.
Design building test rigs and apparatuses as required for internal testing
Ensure all products meet performance, application and reliability standards through rigorous laboratory and field testing
Collaborates with the Innovation team members and respective departments to ensure proper testing, certifications, and approvals are attained
Perform market research to determine types of products required in market
Investigate new/existing products and compare to rival products in construction market
Be a professional resource with detailed knowledge about products in terms of R&D, market competition, cost, manufacturing deployment, application.
Comply with all safety and company policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Civil Engineering with structural design emphasis
Minimum of three years of experience in product development/design engineering
E.I.T. with ability to obtain P.E. license preferred
Working knowledge of Tekla, Solidworks, Revit, AutoCAD or other 3D modeling software
Experience with structures, building materials and construction industry
Proactive attitude to learn new products and technologies and build relationships with vendors
Self-starter with proven record of innovation, problem solving, and delivering technical solutions in a timely manner.
Excellent time management skills with ability to manage multiple projects at once and be able to prioritize by importance, schedule and necessity.
Technical knowledge to understand and effectively communicate building science methodologies, design, technical information building codes and standards in an understandable manner.
Must be able to effectively use a computer and have intermediate proficiency MS Excel, MS Word, and email and basic proficiency in the rest of MS Office.
Position is an in-office position with travel to meet with vendors and clients, test laboratories, job site visits, etc.
Frequent travel by automobile, airplane, and other modes of public transportation are required.
Maintain a valid driver's license and passport
Essential Requirements:
Ability to work 8 hours per day with ability to work overtime as need to complete time sensitive tasks.
Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment with extreme temperatures and outdoor exposure at times.
Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, submittals, technical and contract documents.
Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Must be able to use tools, equipment, machinery, etc.
Must have visual acuity, discernment of color and texture, and finger dexterity.
Ability to read, write, type, and verbally communicate effectively in English.
Ability to sit, walk, and stand for extended periods. Must be able to bend, lift, twist, reach, grasp, and other physical movements.
Must be reliable, dependable and highly motivate with a desire to be successful.
AWIP is a drug free workplace.
$96k-132k yearly est. 1d ago
Speech R&D Researcher
Camb
Research and development technician job in San Francisco, CA
Join Camb.ai's Speech R&D team to lead innovative speech tech research, integrate findings, and set benchmarks in AI-driven dubbing and
Join Camb.ai's pioneering AI team. Lead Speech R&D, integrate tech into products, publish research, and innovate in speech recognition and synthesis.
About
The Internet was made for English speakers. We are redesigning it for the world.
At Camb.ai, we're pioneering the future of AI-driven dubbing, localization, speech synthesis and NMT. Powered by our state-of-the-art models in zero-shot performance transfer and colloquial translation, we're not just innovating; we're setting SOTA benchmarks.
Backed by elite global VCs, partnering with enterprise giants and top influencers, guided by an AI leadership with five $100Mn ARR successes, we're seeking top‑tier talent to expand our AI research team comprising of individuals from Carnegie Mellon, Apple and more.
Responsibilities
Lead and drive innovative research in the field of speech recognition, synthesis, and related technologies.
Collaborate closely with the R&D team to integrate research findings into Camb.ai's products.
Keep abreast of latest advancements in speech technology and continuously push for innovations in the field.
Publish research findings in leading conferences, journals, and workshops.
Qualifications
PhD or equivalent experience in speech technology, machine learning, or a related field.
Proven track record of publishing in leading speech conferences such as Interspeech, ICASSP, etc.
Hands‑on experience with popular speech toolkits and frameworks.
Strong programming and algorithmic skills.
To Apply
Please send your resume to *************** with the subject line "Speech R&D Researcher - [Your Name]" in the subject line.
Featured Thinking from CAMB.AI
Handpicked stories on AI, localization, and reaching audiences worldwide.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
$67k-112k yearly est. 1d ago
Deep Research Agent Tech Lead
Scale Ai, Inc. 4.1
Research and development technician job in San Francisco, CA
Scale AI is seeking a highly technical and strategic Staff / Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer to act as the Tech Lead (TL) for our next generation of deep research agents for the Enterprise. This high-impact role will drive the technical direction and oversight for Deep Research Agent Development, translating cutting-edge research in Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and Agentic Frameworks into robust, scalable, and high-impact production systems that enhance enterprise operations, analytics, and core efficiency.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a passion for both deep technical work and mentoring, and is capable of setting a long-term technical strategy for a critical domain while maintaining a strong, hands-on delivery focus.
ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership & Vision
Set the Technical Roadmap: Define and own the technical strategy, architecture, and roadmap for Deep Research Agents for the Enterprise, ensuring alignment with Scale AI's overall AI strategy and business goals.
Drive Breakthrough Research to Production: Lead the end-to-end development, from initial research to production deployment, to landing on customer impact, with a focus on integrating diverse data modalities.
Advanced Knowledge Retrieval: Architect and implement state-of-the-art retrieval systems to ensure the agents provide accurate and comprehensive answers from public and proprietary data sources from enterprises.
Data analysis: Design and champion the development of data analysis agents that accurately translate complex natural language queries into executable SQL/code against diverse enterprise data schemas.
Multimodal Intelligence: Lead the integration of Multimodal AI capabilities to process and extract structured information from visual documents, tables, and forms, enriching the agent's knowledge base.
Architecture & Design: Design and champion highly scalable, reliable, and low-latency infrastructure and frameworks for building, orchestrating, and evaluating multi-agent systems at enterprise scale.
Technical Excellence: Serve as the technical authority for the team, leading design reviews, defining ML engineering best practices, and ensuring code quality, security, and operational excellence for all agent systems.
Lead and Mentor: Technically lead and mentor a team of Machine Learning Engineers and Research Scientists, fostering a culture of innovation, rigorous engineering, rapid iteration, and technical depth.
Recruiting & Growth: Partner with management to hire, onboard, and grow top-tier talent, helping to shape the long-term structure and capabilities of the team.
Cross-Functional Influence: Collaborate effectively with Product Managers, Data Scientists, and other engineering/science teams to translate ambiguous, high-level business problems into concrete, executable technical specifications and impactful agent solutions.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
8+ years of experience in software development, with at least 6 years focused on Machine Learning, Deep Learning, or Applied Research in a production environment.
2+ years of experience in a formal or informal Technical Leadership role (Team Lead, Tech Lead) with a focus on setting technical direction for a domain.
Deep expertise in Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs).
Demonstrated experience designing, building, and deploying AI Agents or complex Agentic systems in production at scale.
Experience with large-scale distributed systems and real-time data processing.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field.
Demonstrated experience designing and deploying production-grade Text-to-SQL systems, including handling complex schema linking and query optimization.
Practical experience with Multimodal AI, specifically integrating OCR and vision-language models for document intelligence and structured data extraction from images/forms.
Proven experience in one or more relevant deep research areas: Reinforcement Learning (RL), Reasoning and Planning, Agentic Systems.
Experience with vector databases and advanced retrieval techniques.
A track record of publishing research papers in top-tier ML/AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, KDD).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical vision to executive stakeholders and technical peers.
Experience driving cross-team technical initiatives that have delivered significant business impact.
Please reference the job posting's subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the locations of San Francisco, New York, Seattle is:
$252,000 - $315,000 USD
PLEASE NOTE: Our policy requires a 90-day waiting period before reconsidering candidates for the same role. This allows us to ensure a fair and thorough evaluation of all applicants.
About Us:
At Scale, our mission is to develop reliable AI systems for the world's most important decisions. Our products provide the high-quality data and full-stack technologies that power the world's leading models, and help enterprises and governments build, deploy, and oversee AI applications that deliver real impact. We work closely with industry leaders like Meta, Cisco, DLA Piper, Mayo Clinic, Time Inc., the Government of Qatar, and U.S. government agencies including the Army and Air Force. We are expanding our team to accelerate the development of AI applications.
We believe that everyone should be able to bring their whole selves to work, which is why we are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability status, gender identity or Veteran status.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruiting process due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@scale.com. Please see the United States Department of Labor's Know Your Rights poster for additional information.
PLEASE NOTE: We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data. Please see our privacy policy for additional information.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
$68k-102k yearly est. 3d ago
Fund & Co-Investment Research Associate
Allocate Holdings Inc.
Research and development technician job in Palo Alto, CA
Fund & Co-Investment Research Associate About Allocate
Allocate is transforming private market investing by enabling wealth advisory firms to seamlessly build and manage high-quality private market programs.
About the Role
We're seeking a Fund & Co-Investment Research Associate to join our Private Investments team. This isn't a traditional allocator role, as you'll be a critical connector between world-class fund managers, wealth advisory CIOs, and help build and manage our technology platform.
You'll evaluate venture capital and private equity opportunities, conduct manager diligence, and spend significant time with wealth advisor investment teams discussing curated deals. You need to deeply understand opportunities, answer sophisticated questions, and provide clear, accurate analysis that helps clients make confident investment decisions.
Equally important, you'll own the completeness and accuracy of our platform content, ensuring all investment materials, copy, and compliance documentation stay current.
Key Responsibilities
Investment Research & Diligence: Conduct quantitative and qualitative research on private market managers and co-investment opportunities across venture capital, private equity, and adjacent asset classes. Prepare balanced investment analysis and recommendations.
Client Engagement: Spend substantial time with wealth advisor CIOs and their investment teams discussing curated opportunities. Field detailed questions, articulate investment theses, and provide real-time analysis that demonstrates deep command of each deal.
GP Relationship Development: Build and maintain relationships with fund managers, including structuring conversations, access discussions, and ongoing partnership development.
Platform Completeness: Own platform content integrity-ensure investment materials are updated, copy is accurate and compliant, and all client-facing documentation metour quality standards.
Sourcing & Pipeline Development: Proactively source differentiated fund and co-investment opportunities through targeted outreach, industry relationships, and market intelligence.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product, technology, and operations teams to refine platform capabilities and enhance the client investment experience.
Portfolio Monitoring: Support post-investment updates, quarterly reporting, and ongoing portfolio analytics for client transparency.
Market Intelligence: Develop insights and content that position Allocate as a leading voice in private markets.
Qualifications Experience & Knowledge:
3+ years of experience in venture capital, private equity, wealth management, investment banking, or related fields.
Deep industry knowledge of the VC/PE ecosystem, fund structures, and how institutional platforms operate.
Strong understanding of private markets and alternative investments.
Skills & Attributes:
Hustler mentality: Proactive, resourceful, and self-directed-you don't wait to be told what to do.
Exceptional communication: You can explain complex investment concepts clearly and handle sophisticated Q&A with institutional allocators.
Highly personable: You build authentic relationships with both GPs and wealth advisory teams.
Commercial mindset: You think about client needs, platform scalability, and growth.
Startup DNA: You thrive in fast-paced environments, embrace ambiguity, and move quickly.
Meticulous attention to detail: You ensure accuracy and compliance across all materials.
Analytical excellence: You combine quantitative rigor with qualitative judgment.
Not a Fit If You're:
A pure allocator looking for a traditional fund-of-funds seat.
More comfortable with analysis only role than relationship-building and client engagement.
Seeking a slow-paced, process-heavy environment.
Unfamiliar with how technology platforms operate.
Why Allocate?
Shape the infrastructure layer for an entire industry.
Ability to immediately work with top VCs and PE firms, along with CIOs in the wealth advisory world.
Allocate is one of the fastest-growing platforms in private markets.
Palo Alto office in the heart of the venture ecosystem.
High impact, high visibility work with real ownership and autonomy.
Additional Information
Location: Palo Alto, CA. Must be able to work in-office 4 days a week.
Compensation: $160K-$200K base + bonus + stock equity.
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), responsible time off.
Employment: Full-time.
Compliance: This role is subject to Allocate's Code of Ethics and all related compliance obligations.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. now and in the future without visa sponsorship.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
$49k-80k yearly est. 1d ago
Applied Scientist: Causal AI for Enterprise Marketing
Mxv
Research and development technician job in San Francisco, CA
A leading AI science company in San Francisco is seeking an Applied Scientist to tackle complex marketing measurement challenges. The role involves designing innovative algorithms and collaborating with clients to ensure accuracy at scale. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience in research code and a strong mathematical background, including causal inference. The compensation ranges from $235K to $258K, with equity offers and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic startup environment.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
$235k-258k yearly 5d ago
Product Development Scientist
Notco
Research and development technician job in San Francisco, CA
We are a group of people united by a strong purpose.
We want you to get to know us, and Giuseppe, our very own artificial intelligence.
We love good food, but above all, we love the planet, and that's why, to protect it, we reinvent the food industry, one delicious bite at a time, elevating what we eat, through our technology and based on plants.
Our recipe has three mega-important components: science, technology, and of course, disruptive talents who work daily to create a better future.
At NotCo we are not and do not seek to be the perfect company, but rather the right one. We are here to produce changes, and that is why we dare, fail, and sometimes achieve incredible successes.
We are currently looking for a Product Development Scientist for our NotCo B2B Research & Development located in San Francisco, California, requiring an active on-site presence. This position will report to our R&D Sr. Team Lead and the incumbent will work cross-functionally to ensure R&D activities are successfully deployed locally.
Responsible for the:
Independently conducts day-to-day product development activities as directed by the manager across multiple projects. This includes supporting activities related to the full product lifecycle process (from product concept to successful commercial launch as needed)and supporting process development, scale-up and technology transfer
Supports the design and execution of bench-top tests, pilot-plant trials and full-scale formulations to deliver high-quality food products that meet and exceed the sensory, cost, and other performance targets
Proactively proposes and uses sensory and analytical analysis to guide and validate the development process
Maintains detailed documentation, experiment tracking and outcomes, and documents finished goods and ingredient specifications
Provides feedback to project lead regarding relevant technical and process information
Communicates proactively and effectively with cross-functional teams, clearly articulating perspectives and trade-offs related to new product development goals
Utilizes NotCo's proprietary AI technology to develop and improve food products
Supports formula validation activities as well as process development, scale-up and technology transfer
Engages in client communications and workshops, bringing technical
Maintains detailed documentation across all R&D activities in a timely manner
Qualifications / Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Food Engineering, Food Science, Engineering in Biotechnology or a similar discipline.
2 + years of Food R&D experience is desired, preferably across both food and beverage categories.
Be agile, adaptable, and thrive in a dynamic and changing culture; works relentlessly to overachieve, anticipate obstacles, and create plans to overcome them.
Adapts easily to changing priorities and direction based on new project learnings and team priorities.
Demonstrated competency to effectively communicate (oral & written) cross-functionally with solid collaboration skills.
Comfortable in client-facing situations and able to communicate complex topics clearly and simply.
Excel in a startup environment, is excited to create new procedures and processes from scratch and has a strong entrepreneurial mindset.
Be a problem solver, have a general manager mindset, and take the initiative to get the job done
Possess strong planning, project management, and execution skills, and the ability to articulate where and how you have used them.
Rigorous data-driven/analytical capability and ability and presence to present data effectively to a leadership team
Work well in teams and cross-functional groups in a matrixed environment, both regionally and globally
Possesses strong computer skills, including a high level of proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel
Authorization to work in the U.S. is required
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including international travel and extended trips.
NotCo is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range for this role is $65,000 - $75,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
$65k-75k yearly 3d ago
Systems R&D Engineer, Industrial Compute
Openai 4.2
Research and development technician job in San Francisco, CA
About the Team
The Scaling team is responsible for the architectural and engineering backbone of OpenAI's infrastructure. We design and deliver advanced systems that support the deployment and operation of cutting‑edge AI models. Our work spans system software, networking, platform architecture, fleet‑level monitoring, and performance optimization.
As part of the Stargate initiative, the Industrial Compute team's mission is to build and operate the foundation that powers our research and products. To deliver on this mission, there is a critical need for advanced lab infrastructure and capabilities to perform rapid prototyping, targeted and end‑to‑end testing, and system qualification across the full software and hardware stack to ensure readiness and stability for fast and smooth deployment of our large‑scale clusters.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced engineer to lead advanced R&D, rapid prototyping, and build‑out of in‑house lab infrastructure to support system bring‑up, testing, and qualification for next‑generation systems.
In this role, you will:
You will work closely with the research, fleet, silicon, hardware health, and external vendors and partners to accelerate system qualification, increase deployment velocity, and improve platform and fleet robustness at scale. You will focus on detailed evaluation and systematic testing of early hardware, including servers, racks, NICs, switches, chips, optics, transceivers, and other lab prototype equipment.
Your engineering work will span a broad range of software (systems, firmware, RDMA, collectives, cluster provisioning, orchestration, etc.) and/or hardware solutions (e.g., FPGA development) to manage lab infrastructure, support bring‑up activities and perform extensive characterizations of new hardware through microbenchmarking, fault injection, impairment modelling, localized stress testing, and end‑to‑end evaluations.
This role is based in San Francisco, CA or Seattle, WA. We use a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees.
You might thrive in this role if you:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field
Strong background in system architecture, large‑scale distributed systems and AI/HPC networking expertise (high performance multipath transport protocols, RDMA, RoCE, Infiniband)
5+ years of software development experience in C/C++ and Python
Experience developing and running large‑scale distributed AI workloads
Hands‑on lab experience with datacenter hardware (racks, servers, switches, NICs, accelerators, etc.)
Experience with low‑level software and/or FPGA hardware development (e.g., firmware or RTL)
About OpenAI
OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general‑purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of the capabilities of AI systems and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products. AI is an extremely powerful tool that must be created with safety and human needs at its core, and to achieve our mission, we must encompass and value the many different perspectives, voices, and experiences that form the full spectrum of humanity.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.
For additional information, please see OpenAI's affirmative action and equal employment opportunity policy statement.
Background checks for applicants will be administered in accordance with applicable law, and qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment consistent with those laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, for US‑based candidates. For unincorporated Los Angeles County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: protect computer hardware entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon termination of employment or end of assignment; and maintain the confidentiality of proprietary, confidential, and non‑public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected information technology systems and related data security obligations.
To notify OpenAI that you believe this job posting is non‑compliant, please submit a report through this form. No response will be provided to inquiries unrelated to job posting compliance.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, and requests can be made via this link.
OpenAI Global Applicant Privacy Policy
At OpenAI, we believe artificial intelligence has the potential to help people solve immense global challenges, and we want the upside of AI to be widely shared. Join us in shaping the future of technology.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Research and development technician job in San Francisco, CA
A technology firm specializing in neuroscience is seeking a Research Scientist focused on rodent behavior and neural imaging. The ideal candidate will design experiments, analyze neural data, and translate findings to human studies. Candidates should hold a PhD or postdoc in relevant fields and demonstrate proficiency in ultrasound neuromodulation techniques. This role is critical for advancing non-invasive brain research.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
$104k-165k yearly est. 1d ago
R&D Lasers and Optics Engineer - 562
Utilicom
Research and development technician job in San Francisco, CA
We are seeking an R&D Lasers and Optics Engineer in our Golden Valley, MN Location. We are seeking a R&D Optics Engineer to join our team in Minnesota supporting R&D and commercial activities. The ideal candidate will have a broad understanding of a number of technical disciplines, with deep technical expertise and skills in at least one; a history of working in highly technical teams supporting scientists and engineers; and a strong work ethic and high reliability. All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with a team of engineers, physicists, and technicians to advance trapped-ion quantum computing technologies
Perform regular maintenance on laser and optical systems
Participate in designing, building, testing and alignment of optical systems, including lasers and imaging systems
Collaborate with colleagues to provide technical expertise and support on planning, development, maintenance, and management of a new and existing optical and laser systems
Prepare detailed engineering specifications, standard operating procedures, and other documentation required for the operation, maintenance, and repair of optical, mechanical, and electronics systems
Support Procurement and Materials Management in acquiring and tracking technical equipment and infrastructure through phases of building, expanding, and maintaining the lab
YOU MUST HAVE:
Bachelor's degree minimum
Minimum 1+ years hands‑on work or apprentice experience in optics or lasers
Minimum 2+ years' experience working in a technical environment such as laboratory, clean room, or similar
Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.
WE VALUE:
Masters degree in optics, engineering, instrumentation, physics, or related
3+ years in an optics lab environment
Hands‑on skills building and testing optical systems and an understanding of underlying principles of optics, such as lasers, free‑space optics, fiber optics, imaging systems, etc.
Experience building experimental apparatus from scratch
Experience following work instructions, drawings, and test protocols
Experience with Python, CAD, or optical modeling
Highly organized and attention to detail on both administrative and technical tasks
Highly motivated individuals excited to learn and apply a broad range of technical skills
The ability to work from assembly drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, sketches and other written, visual and oral instructions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Compensation & Benefits: Non-Incentive Eligible. The pay range for this role is $81,000-$101,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate's skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.
Quantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing. The company's quantum systems deliver the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. Quantinuum's over 650 employees, including 400+ scientists and engineers, across the U.S., U.K., Germany, and Japan, are driving the quantum computing revolution. By uniting best‑in‑class software with high‑fidelity hardware, our integrated full‑stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing, and scaling its impact across multiple industries. As we celebrate the International Year of Quantum, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of this rapidly evolving field. By joining Quantinuum, you'll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.
What is in it for you?
A competitive salary and innovative, game‑changing work
Flexible work schedule
Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit
Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time
Paid parental leave
Employee discounts
Quantinuum is an equal‑opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affiliation or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.
$81,000 - $101,000 a year
PI280982967
Job ID: 81817254
#J-18808-Ljbffr
$81k-101k yearly 5d ago
Senior AI Researcher: Foundation Models for Earth Data
Hum 3.8
Research and development technician job in San Francisco, CA
A cutting-edge AI startup is seeking an experienced AI Researcher to drive innovative research in generative AI and build multimodal foundation models. Ideally located in San Francisco, the candidate will require a PhD and 5+ years in the field. Responsibilities include designing and implementing models, conducting independent research, and publishing findings. This role is central to advancing AI for earth observation and creating a positive impact.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
$85k-122k yearly est. 1d ago
Scientist | AI & Chip Design
Cognichip
Research and development technician job in Redwood City, CA
We're hiring teammates at the intersection of AI/ML and chip design-people who love building, move fast, and care about doing excellent work.
About the role
You'll work at the boundary between our AI and hardware efforts to build systems that make chip design workflows better.
You will:
· Build and iterate on data generation (including synthetic data) for chip-design tasks
· Train ML models
· Design robust evaluation methodology
· Integrate with hardware workflows
· Collaborate closely with engineers across AI + hardware + software, and own projects end-to-end
Locations: Bay Area (US) and Toronto (Canada)
Work style: In-person (both offices have a vibrant, builder-heavy culture)
About you
You have baseline knowledge in both domains:
1. AI/ML: familiarity with deep learning + data/model development
2. Chip design: basic understanding of circuit design and SystemVerilog implementations
And you have deep strength in at least one of:
· Data pipelines / data engineering
· Reinforcement learning (RL)
· UVM
· Formal verification
· SystemVerilog (advanced)
You're collaborative, take initiative, and can lead when needed.
We care that you've shown you can do exceptional work. Examples:
· You built a product or system that people used
· You made major contributions to a respected codebase / repo
· You've done meaningful work in a high-performing environment (such as top companies)
· You shipped a standout project end-to-end
· You have strong publications-or similarly rigorous proof of ability
· Or anything else that clearly demonstrates you can execute at a very high level
We love building. We want people who are passionate about their craft.
We value a talent-to-ego ratio > 1.
About us
You'll join a highly collaborative team working on a difficult, exciting problem. Collectively, our team has:
· Founded startups and scaled them to IPO
· Led development of products used by millions
· Earned 23,000+ scientific citations
· Held leadership roles at places like Google, NVIDIA, Amazon, Synopsys, and more
· Won medals in international science Olympiads
If you're excited to tackle hard problems and build real systems, let's connect.
$104k-165k yearly est. 20h ago
Foundational AI Scientist (LLMs)
Aldea Inc. 3.9
Research and development technician job in San Francisco, CA
An innovative AI startup in San Francisco is looking for a Foundational AI Research Scientist to pioneer next-generation large-language-model architectures. Ideal candidates will have a deep understanding of sequence modeling architectures, expertise in PyTorch, and experience in pre-training large language models. Join a dynamic team to help shape the future of intelligent human-machine interfaces.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
$48k-73k yearly est. 1d ago
Sr. Microbiologist
Neilmed Pharmaceuticals 4.0
Research and development technician job in Santa Rosa, CA
NeilMed (Santa Rosa, CA) takes pride in delivering quality OTC products from development through manufacturing.
We're looking for a Senior Microbiologist to join our team and be the subject-matter expert for microbiological control across our manufacturing, QC and operations functions.
Responsibilities
Lead and execute advanced microbiology testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished goods, packaging materials, and utilities in support of OTC drug manufacturing.
Drive and oversee the environmental monitoring program (clean-rooms, production areas, utilities) and ensure microbiological integrity of the manufacturing environment.
Investigate microbiological failures and out-of-specification (OOS) results; perform root-cause analysis and lead corrective & preventive actions (CAPA).
Develop/validate microbiological methods (e.g., microbial enumeration, microbial limits, preservative efficacy, endotoxin/bioburden, sterility if applicable) aligned with compendial standards (USP/EP) and regulatory requirements for OTC drugs.
Write and review protocols, reports, deviations, CAPAs, trend analyses, change controls and SOPs relevant to microbiology.
Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, R&D and Engineering to create and maintain microbiological control strategies across the product/process lifecycle.
Monitor and analyze microbial trend data and recommend improvements to facility/processes for risk mitigation and continuous enhancement.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior microbiologists/technicians; promote a culture of excellence, data integrity and continuous improvement.
Support internal audits, external inspections, supplier/contract-lab evaluations as required.
Maintain strict adherence to cGMP, GLP, Good Documentation Practice (GDP), and data integrity standards in the lab and manufacturing environment.
Qualifications
Required: Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology or a closely related science (Master's/PhD preferred).
5-10+ years' experience in microbiology within a pharmaceutical/OTC drug manufacturing environment (or similarly regulated manufacturing).
Hands-on experience with microbiological methods: bioburden, endotoxin, sterility (if applicable), preservative efficacy, microbial identification, environmental monitoring (air, surfaces, utilities).
Familiarity with 21 CFR 210/211, OTC monographs, FDA inspections, compendial guidelines such as USP, etc.
Proven experience with method validation, protocol/report writing, deviation/CAPA investigations, trend analysis and root-cause resolution.
Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills; ability to train and mentor team members and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks and meet manufacturing-driven timelines (including some flexibility for after-hours/weekend support).
Proficiency with LIMS and statistical/data review tools; comfort working in a manufacturing laboratory environment with microbiological cultures, incubators, etc.
Preferred Skills
Experience in vertically-integrated manufacturing operations (raw material → finished goods) and understanding of upstream/downstream impact of microbiology.
Demonstrated track record supporting regulatory inspections or audits (e.g., FDA).
Experience working in an OTC or consumer health product environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset; ability to influence process improvements based on microbial trend data.
Self-starter attitude and ability to work autonomously within a cross-functional team in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Pay range and compensation package
We offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision.
Retirement plan.
Paid time off.
Opportunities for professional development.
50k Life Insurance Policy (paid by Neilmed).
$87k-132k yearly est. 1d ago
Analytical Scientist
Dexian
Research and development technician job in Berkeley, CA
Job title : QC Specialist - Analytical Development
Pay range : $32 - 34/hour on W2
Contract duration : 10-12months
This position plays a vital role in advancing analytical capabilities within a dynamic Quality Control Chemistry environment. The successful candidate will be instrumental in implementing cutting-edge analytical methods while ensuring compliance with rigorous pharmaceutical standards. This role demands a detail-oriented professional who can seamlessly balance method development activities with validation protocol execution, all while maintaining meticulous documentation practices. The position requires expertise in operating sophisticated analytical instrumentation and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges. Working collaboratively across multiple functions, this individual will contribute directly to ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced pharmaceutical setting.
Responsibilities:
• Support the implementation and integration of new analytical methods within the Quality Control Chemistry department
• Maintain comprehensive logs, notebooks, and electronic documentation systems in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Conduct method feasibility studies and method development activities to support analytical testing needs
• Execute laboratory assays for method validation protocols utilizing various chemistry instrumentation
• Operate and maintain analytical equipment including HPLC, UPLC, KF Titrator, Autotitrator, Melting Point meter, Chloride meter, and Polarimeter
• Troubleshoot assays and analytical instrumentation to ensure optimal method performance and data quality
• Prepare samples using wet chemistry techniques and various analytical methodologies
• Generate comprehensive method development reports and method validation reports
• Follow established SOPs, pharmacopoeial guidelines, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols
• Manage multiple concurrent tasks while working effectively with technical leads across different projects
• Interface and collaborate with manufacturing, research, and other cross-functional teams
• Utilize LIMS, SAP, and chromatographic software systems for data management and analysis
Skills:
• Thorough knowledge of chromatography techniques including SEC, ION, NORMAL, REVERSE, and ION-PAIR chromatography
• Proficiency in electrophoresis methods including PAGE and agarose gel electrophoresis
• Expertise in simple chemistry methods such as spectrophotometry
• Strong understanding of biologics and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes
• Hands-on experience with LIMS, SAP, and EMPOWER chromatographic software
• Comprehensive knowledge of GDP and GMP practices
• Excellent documentation and technical writing abilities
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration
Previous Experience:
• Minimum 6 years of experience in pharmaceutical or related industry with a Bachelor's degree, OR
• Minimum 2 years of experience with a Master's degree, OR
• PhD with relevant pharmaceutical industry exposure
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Quality Control laboratory operations
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation in a regulated environment
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related scientific field required
• Master's degree or PhD in a relevant scientific discipline preferred
Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit ******************* to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status
$32-34 hourly 2d ago
Scientist, Product & Process Development
The Clorox Company 4.6
Research and development technician job in Pleasanton, CA
Clorox is the place that's committed to growth - for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Join our team. #CloroxIsThePlace
Your role at Clorox:
At Clorox Professional, we're more than a team - we're a purpose-driven community committed to making a difference. As champions of public health, we empower healthcare professionals and cleaning experts with science-based solutions that help prevent the spread of infection and create safer environments.
We operate in the B2B market, and serve healthcare facilities, schools, offices, and other public spaces with a broad portfolio of products and services. Our R&D team plays a vital role in developing innovative solutions and technical claims that address customer needs and support our mission to protect and enhance community well-being by helping public spaces remain clean, safe, and thriving.
As a Product and Process Developer in R&D for CPro, you will be part of a team responsible for driving projects from the creation of new ideas to developing new/improved products and claims, through the commercialization process for both growth and cost savings initiatives. You will play a significant role in driving growth for the CPro business, working in close partnership with Packaging, Microbiology, Regulatory, Marketing, Product Supply and Sales. In addition, you will work with our plants/co-packers to set appropriate specifications that connect to our end-user needs. You will see how your work directly impacts the industry, by driving value for our end-users and on a high order, helping to stop the spread of infections.
This role offers an opportunity to grow technical leadership skills in a supportive environment.
This position is based in our Pleasanton, CA office, with an expected in-office presence of at least three days per week.
Relocation assistance will be offered.
In this role, you will:
* Serve as Product / Process Development Lead for moderately complex projects, ensuring technical rigor across R&D project deliverables.
* Collaborate with R&D and cross-functional teams and make technical recommendations that improve efficiency, support preferred solutions and manage risk to achieve project outcomes.
* Build a strong understanding of test methods, including their strengths and limitations, and apply them effectively for robust claim substantiation.
* Design and execute technical test plans to converge on and validate product design and performance, and for claims substantiation. Includes developing new test methods when needed.
* Design, validate and execute robust product performance demonstrations to amplify initiatives.
* Lead technical risk assessments within assigned projects to inform development plans that are appropriately scoped to the level of risk.
* Work closely with current and potential suppliers to identify and develop innovative solutions to meet project objectives.
* Plan and conduct process plant trials at manufacturing facilities and work with Supply Chain to ensure successful start-ups, and identify process improvements.
* Define process specification ranges and implement test methods to ensure product requirements are met.
* Conduct process development studies such as lot/limit studies and scale-up studies, leveraging modeling and simulation tools where appropriate.
What we look for:
* BS, MS or PhD in relevant science or engineering discipline (i.e. Chemical Engineering) or equivalent industry experience
* Minimum of 3 years of experience in product, package, and/or process development, preferably within consumer goods or business-to-business (B2B) industries.
* Experience with EPA-registered products is an advantage.
* High passion, technical curiosity, positive drive and commitment in setting and meeting aggressive functional and business goals
* Ability to work independently and implement multiple projects in a timely manner.
* Demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to work in a collaborative team environment, and with multi-functional groups.
* Strong technical curiosity and creative problem-solving skills, sound technical judgement, and hands-on focus
* Comfortable working cross functionally (sales, marketing, legal, regulatory etc.) to identify business needs and provide clear technical recommendations.
* Ability to identify, champion and adapt new technologies, tools, and processes.
#LI-Hybrid
Workplace type:
This position is based in our Pleasanton, CA office, with an expected in-office presence of at least three days per week.
Relocation assistance will be offered.
Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That's why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more.
[U.S.]Additional Information:
At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates' unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more.
We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.
-Zone A: $88,700 - $165,900
-Zone B: $81,300 - $152,100
-Zone C: $73,900 - $138,300
All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.
This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox's incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.
Please apply directly to our job postings and do not submit your resume to any person via text message. Clorox does not conduct text-based interviews and encourages you to be cautious of anyone posing as a Clorox recruiter via unsolicited texts during these uncertain times.
To all recruitment agencies: Clorox (and its brand families) does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Clorox employees, including any members of our leadership team. Clorox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
$88.7k-165.9k yearly Auto-Apply 13d ago
Senior R&D Technician, Hardware
Neptune Medical
Research and development technician job in Burlingame, CA
Neptune Medical, is an innovative, venture capital funded medical device startup headquartered in Burlingame, CA. We have already commercialized novel medical devices using our technology. Now the team at Neptune is building something truly unique: a fully flexible medical robot that enables doctors to reach deep into human anatomy. Triton Robotic Endoscopy will disrupt flexible endoscopy and set a new standard in outcomes for decades to come.
TITLE: Senior R&D Technician, Hardware
POSITION SUMMARY:
As an R&D Technician on the Triton Robotics Hardware Team you will join a talented team of engineers and designers tasked with developing robotic solutions to solve complicated medical challenges. In this unique role, you will wear a multitude of hats and take on responsibilities across the system from test and fixture design, electrical cabling, prototyping, and lab maintenance. You'll work closely with engineers to build prototype systems and test bench setups based upon draft MPIs and BOMs, ensuring accurate documentation through DHRs. You'll own some system components, ensuring released drawings adhere to documentation standards. You'll also assist with implementation of test fixtures and processes to ensure prototypes and products meet performance and safety standards before use.
The ideal candidate will act with passion and intensity in a medical device start-up that is fast paced and collaborative and will display the ability to perform to the requirements outlined below. For the right person, this position will be a tremendously exciting and career-defining opportunity, making core contributions to a genuinely new type of medical robotic platform. If you're looking for a place where you'll have a voice and impact, this could be the role for you.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Partner with engineers and others to assemble functional prototypes of novel robotic systems and provide valuable feedback on the design and assembly process to the team.
Creation and implementation of fixtures for on-line and end-of-line testing and verification.
Development, assembly, and release of cabling systems including shielded cable bundles, stranded wire, flat-flex and high-speed differential cables.
Work with external vendors to have custom cables produced for prototyping needs.
Assembly and rework of mechanical assemblies including actuators, ball screws, linear rails, structural assemblies.
Assembly and test of integrated electrical systems including wiring, test, debug.
Rework of electrical PCAs including minor soldering/blue wire changes.
Run the Capital/Systems R&D lab including maintenance and care for 3D printers, prototype inventory, and tooling.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma and a minimum of 6-8 years' experience as an R&D technician.
Excellent communication skills - ability to communicate in English orally and via writing.
Proven ability to work independently with a given set of priorities.
Ability to write simple process instructions including detailed steps and images.
Demonstrated ability to design and implement simple fixtures for assembly and test of systems.
Proven experience using a variety of hand tools, cabling & crimping tools and demonstrated experience performing basic to technical PCA/PCB rework.
Familiarity with 3D printers, understanding materials, material selection, and printer maintenance.
Employee may be required to lift objects up to 60 pounds.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with medical device design and manufacturing.
Experience in development of robotic systems.
Experience using various 3D printing technologies.
Experience in a start-up environment.
Experience operating machine tools (manual mill/lathe)
Basic familiarity with Solidworks, Altium, and other 3D CAD software
Neptune Medical is located in Burlingame, CA, near the Millbrae Caltrain and BART station.
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting base salary for this role is between $95,000 and $135,000 depending on experience. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: education, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for equity, benefits and 401(K) with matching.
Neptune Medical provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
$95k-135k yearly Auto-Apply 1d ago
R&D Lasers & Optics Engineer - Flexible Hours
Utilicom
Research and development technician job in San Francisco, CA
A leading technology firm in San Francisco seeks an R&D Lasers and Optics Engineer to join a team supporting advancements in quantum computing technologies. Responsibilities include maintenance and development of optical systems. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of a bachelor's degree, hands-on optics experience, and the ability to work collaboratively in a high-technical environment. The role offers compensation ranging from $81,000 to $101,000 annually, with various benefits like flexible schedules and health insurance.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
$81k-101k yearly 5d ago
Learn more about research and development technician jobs
How much does a research and development technician earn in Vallejo, CA?
The average research and development technician in Vallejo, CA earns between $74,000 and $184,000 annually. This compares to the national average research and development technician range of $55,000 to $125,000.
Average research and development technician salary in Vallejo, CA
$117,000
Job type you want
Full Time
Part Time
Internship
Temporary
Research And Development Technician jobs by location