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Everest Carbon is a fast-growing climate technology startup specializing in innovative sensor technology for the commercialization of negative emissions. Our mission is to enable 1 billion tons of CO2 removed per year by 2035 through our products and services.
As Head of R&D you lead the development of our proprietary hardware, sofware and IoT solutions. You manage a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers and technicians to deliver R&D milestones, validate sensors in real-world conditions, and scale technology to TRL 9 and beyond. You align technical objectives with business goals while fostering a culture of innovation.
You will be part of the leadership team and report directly to the Co-Founder/CEO.
Tasks
- Lead the R&D team in developing next-generation sensor technology and IoT solutions.
- Own the R&D roadmap and ensure timely delivery of R&D milestones.
- Drive the continuous integration of hardware and software development processes.
- Collaborate with the product and business team to align technical development with customer needs and market demands.
- Own and drive our IP strategy and patenting, building strategic technology moats.
- Build a world-class R&D team, fostering a culture of innovation, learning, and excellence.
- Identify and manage external partnerships and research collaborations.
Requirements
- PhD or equivalent experience in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, materials science, chemical engineering or related background.
- Strong background in sensing technologies or environmental monitoring technologies.
- Proven experience leading R&D teams and scaling technology from lab to commercial deployment.
- Hands-on experience in setting up and managing modern research labs.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills to work with business, engineering, and product teams.
- Familiarity with embedded systems, ion exchange resins and scalable manufacturing techniques for sensor technology is a big plus.
- Startup experience or previous leadership roles in deep tech/hardware companies is a big plus.
Benefits
- Strong base pay
- Lucrative stock options package
- Rapid career growth in a fast-growing VC-funded climate tech startup
- Flexibility, autonomy, and ownership co-shaping a young company early on
- Multi-disciplinary team of natural scientists, software- and industrial engineers, and experienced founders
The broad salary range reflects varying stock options package sizes.
We Would Love to Hear From You
We understand that you might not fit all of the requirements above perfectly. We envision our team to be as diverse as the solutions that will solve the climate crisis. Forming a compassionate workplace is a core part of our culture – including all walks of life, experiences, and perspectives. Candidates from structurally underrepresented cultures and backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.
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If you're ready to leverage your extensive experience to make a substantial impact on climate change, apply today!
Estimated Salary after Taxes *
| Salary | Monthly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 75.000,00 € | 3.818,27 € | 45.819,20 € |
| 110.000,00 € | 5.302,11 € | 63.625,27 € |
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Jobs at Everest Carbon
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33.000 - 43.000 €
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