Sr. Data Automation Software Engineer

QuantumScape is on a mission to transform energy storage with solid-state lithium-metal battery technology. The company's next-generation batteries are designed to enable greater energy density, faster charging and enhanced safety to support the transition away from legacy energy sources toward a lower carbon future.

What we Need : QuantumScape is seeking a skilled and driven Software Engineer to support the full development lifecycle of our Manufacturing Execution System (MES). This role is critical to enabling scalable, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations through robust software solutions. The ideal candidate will work closely with process owners, engineering teams, and stakeholders to translate operational needs into functional MES capabilities, ensuring seamless integration, testing, deployment, and ongoing support.

What You'll Do :

• Requirements Gathering & Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with process owners, manufacturing engineers, and cross-functional stakeholders to define functional and technical requirements for the related MES solutions.
• System Design & Development : Architect, develop, and configure MES applications to meet defined specifications, following the specified development standards while ensuring scalability, maintainability, and alignment with manufacturing workflows.
• Testing & Validation : Design and execute comprehensive test scripts to validate system functionality, performance, and reliability. Conduct pilot testing in controlled environments to ensure readiness for production deployment.
• Deployment & Production Migration : Lead the migration of MES solutions from development to production environments, ensuring minimal disruption and full operational readiness.
• Production Support & Troubleshooting : Provide ongoing support for MES applications post-deployment, including issue resolution, performance monitoring, and user training as needed.
• Continuous Improvement & Enhancements : Identify opportunities for system enhancements and implement iterative improvements based on user feedback, evolving requirements, and operational insights.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with IT, Manufacturing, R&D, and Automation teams to ensure MES solutions are integrated seamlessly with other enterprise systems and data platforms.

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Onsite :

This position is required to work onsite 5 days per week to meet the minimum essential duties and requirements of this position. As an on-site R&D and manufacturing operations organization, in-person face to face interaction is essential to building authentic relationships, trust, teamwork, and collaboration.

Compensation & Benefits : Salary range for this role has a range of $135,800 to $207,150, and a final salary will be determined by the candidate's experience and educational background. QuantumScape also offers an annual bonus and a generous RSU / Equity package as part of its compensation plan. In addition, we do offer a tremendous benefits plan including employee paid health care, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and other exciting perks.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.