Title:  Software Engineer, Associate Member of Technical Staff -

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.

About QS: QuantumScape (NYSE: QS) is on a mission to revolutionize energy storage to enable a sustainable future. The company’s next-generation solid-state lithium-metal battery technology is 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:

We’re on a mission to electrify transportation by building the next generation of energy storage technology—and we want you to be part of it. As a Software Engineer, Associate Member of Techincal Staff you’ll contribute to the development of automated image analysis pipelines, data services, and production APIs that support our cutting-edge battery R&D and manufacturing operations. In this role, you’ll work on Python-based workflows, a Flask-based HTTP API, and SQL-backed systems that transform raw image and sensor data into actionable insights. You’ll gain hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure, image processing, and debugging production systems—all while being supported by a collaborative and experienced team. This position directly supports the development of QuantumScape’s solid-state lithium-metal batteries. These batteries are designed to deliver faster charging, greater energy density, and enhanced safety—key innovations that help accelerate the global shift to a cleaner, low-carbon future.

What You’ll Do:

• Help build and maintain image processing and data pipelines using Python and Prefect.
• Contribute to a Flask-based HTTP API that serves processed image data and metadata.
• Assist with writing and maintaining SQL stored procedures in both MSSQL and PostgreSQL.
• Learn to use logs and monitoring tools to troubleshoot issues, resolve tickets, and squash bugs in production systems.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to understand analysis needs and implement software solutions.
• Contribute to shared Python packages and utilities for image analysis and cloud integration.
• Participate in code reviews, write documentation, and learn best practices for testing and maintainability.

Skills You'll Need:

• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 0–2 years of experience in software development (internships, school projects, or personal projects count!).
• Familiarity with Python and an interest in image processing, APIs, or data engineering.
• Exposure to SQL and an eagerness to learn more about stored procedures and database design.
• Interest in cloud technologies (e.g., Google Cloud Platform) and workflow tools like Prefect or Airflow.
• A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn in a team environment.

Nice to have:

• Experience with Flask or other web frameworks.
• Familiarity with Git and version control workflows.
• Exposure to containerization (e.g., Docker).
• Experience working with logs, monitoring tools, or debugging production systems.
• Interest in scientific computing, machine learning, or manufacturing environments.

Onsite:

This position requires us 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 $104,800to $136,200, 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.