Research Scientist

Power the Future with us!

SolarEdge (NASDAQ: SEDG), is a global leader in high-performance smart energy technology, with over 5000 employees, offices in 34 countries, and millions of products installed in over 133 countries.

Our diverse product offering comprises intelligent solar inverters, battery storage, backup systems, EV charging, and complete home energy management ecosystems.

By leveraging world-class engineering capabilities and with a relentless focus on innovation, we strive to create a world where clean, green energy from the sun is the primary source of power for our homes, businesses, and just about everywhere we thrive.

Within SolarEdge, the NextEdge group is responsible for technological innovation inside the company, seeking, among other things, new technologies for renewable energies.

The team is focusing on the next generation of innovation while working in close cooperation with the SolarEdge Innovation Lab on bringing to the market new, industry defining products based on cutting edge technology.

We are searching for an unendingly curious research scientist to champion cutting-edge investigative endeavors. The research scientist should detect consequential knowledge gaps, formulate comprehensive research strategies, and then execute rigorous methodological and analytical steps. The scientist should also seek to foster meaningful partnerships with industry, research centers and academic institutes. 

What will you be doing:

• Dive into new technologies and acquire expertise in various scientific fields
• Identify and detect consequential knowledge gaps
• Define and characterize research strategies and activities
• Conduct in depth technological research
• Reach out to industry and research institutes to plan, design and execute experiments to investigate specific scientific phenomena
• Derive specific action items and recommendations based on the research resultst

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in chemistry or chemical/Material Engineering with experience in electrochemistry – Must
• 4+ years of research experience in the industry – Must
• 2+ years of research experience in Fuel cell, water electrolysis - highly advantageous
• Experience with electro-chemical products – Advantage
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent English - highly articulate and clear in both speaking and writing – Must

SolarEdge recognizes its talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Our business success is a reflection of the quality and skill of our people. 

SolarEdge is committed to seeking out and retaining the finest human talent to ensure top business growth and performance.