Future Opportunities at Swift Solar

San Carlos, California, United States

About the company

At Swift Solar, our mission is to unlock the full potential of solar energy. We believe that solar energy has a vast, untapped potential to power our lives, fuel economies, and strengthen supply chains, while protecting planetary health in the face of global climate change. The reality is, today's solar technology is good, but it's not good enough. 

Swift Solar is making solar better with its breakthrough tandem technology that harnesses the power of perovskite materials to create solar solutions that are not only more efficient than traditional technology but also more versatile, enabling applications ranging from space solar to utility-scale power generation. 

Swift Solar is a mission-focused startup supported by the US government and backed by world-class investors.. It’s a long journey to bring a new clean energy technology to market, and we’re in it for the long haul, together. Join our extraordinary team who is building the cutting-edge solar technology that will shape the future of the global solar industry.

Exploring Your Future at Swift

At Swift Solar, we’re always looking for passionate, talented individuals who are ready to help us revolutionize clean energy. While we may not have the exact role for you today, we’d love to connect with you to discuss future opportunities as they arise.

Here are some of the exciting roles we frequently hire for:

  • Process Technicians: Running experiments to support cutting-edge perovskite solar PV research.
  • Process Engineers: Driving the development and scale-up of thin-film processes.
  • R&D Scientists: Pioneering advances in the field of perovskite solar PV technology.
  • Software Engineers: Developing the tools and platforms that empower our mission to revolutionize solar energy.
  • Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineers: Designing and refining equipment that enables the production of affordable, high-efficiency perovskite photovoltaics
  • Manufacturing Engineers: Preparing for implementation of our first-of-a-kind factory.
  • Maintenance Engineers and Technicians: Ensuring reliable operation of advanced machinery and systems to support uninterrupted production.
  • ... And More!

Joining our talent community means you’ll be first in line to hear about opportunities tailored to your expertise. If you’re excited about what we’re building and want to stay connected for future opportunities, we encourage you to apply here. While this isn’t for a specific role, our team regularly reviews applications to identify top talent for upcoming positions.

Let’s build the future of solar together.

What you’ll love about Swift

  • Work with purpose: Join our mission to unlock the full potential of solar energy and make a global impact. 
  • Lead with innovation: Be part of an extraordinary team building cutting-edge solar technology - growth mindset; culture
  • Thrive with benefits: Have 100% of your monthly premiums for HMO / PPO group healthcare plan options and 75% of your dental and vision insurance premiums covered by us. Employees also benefit from 401(k) matching, clean commuter benefits, and meaningful equity. 
  • Invest in your career: You’ll grow your skills, your network, and your perspective at Swift. We’ll support you in attending conferences and taking online courses, as long as you share your new insights with the team.

Swift is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive work environment and welcome team members of all backgrounds and perspectives.

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