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Senior Computational Scientist, Electric Grid Simulations, Tapestry
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What they do
A Power Systems Engineer specializes in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power. They work in the field of electrical engineering but with a specific emphasis on large-scale power systems that provide electricity to homes, businesses, industries, and infrastructure.
$137,573 / year median in California
Job Description
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- About the role
- We are seeking a talented grid simulations and computational specialist to join Tapestry and help expand our high-performance grid computation capabilities.
- How you'll make 10x impact:
- In this role you will... + Work with power system and software engineering experts on the design and creation of advanced simulation and optimization tools. + Develop codes and algorithms to take full advantage of powerful, modern computer hardware.
- What you should have:
- + Master or PhD in Electrical Engineering.
- It'd be great if you had these:
- + Experience conducting power system planning and interconnection studies. + Are a skilled and efficient programmer in scientific programming languages (e.g, JAX, C++, Julia, etc.) with a desire to expand into new areas of coding languages and processes. + Familiar with Machine Learning concepts.
- Our values
- + •Take charge•: We take initiative and own outcomes that move the mission forward.
- Transform with purpose:
- We build solutions that solve real problems and create meaningful impact. +
- Be a Tapestry, not a thread
- : We collaborate across diverse skills and perspectives to achieve more than we can individually. +
- Always fine-tune
- : We stay curious, seek feedback, and refine our understanding as we learn. +
- Stay grounded:
- We listen openly, value different perspectives, and stay focused on what matters most.
- What we offer
- A culture that supports growth, ownership, and meaningful impact, along with: + Competitive salary and equity + Medical, dental, and vision coverage + Generous PTO and flexible hybrid work model + 401(k) with employer contribution + Professional development + The ability to work on important real-world problems within an Alphabet-backed environment The US base salary range for this full-time position is $166,000 - $259,000 + bonus + equity + benefits.
- An Equal Opportunity Workplace
- At X, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings