Top 10 Climate Tech Startups Hiring Now
The top climate tech startups hiring right now on Migrate Mate include Form Energy, Redwood Materials, and Antora Energy, alongside seven other companies building battery technology, industrial decarbonization systems, geothermal energy infrastructure, and residential clean energy platforms. Migrate Mate tracks 405 live open roles across 10 climate tech startups as of August 31, 2026, updated daily. Climate tech is one of the few sectors where early-stage engineering and operations work directly influences whether industrial-scale decarbonization happens in time.
The 10 Climate Tech Startups hiring on Migrate Mate right now
Curated by our editorial team · 405 live roles from Migrate Mate, updated daily
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Form Energy
Energy StorageEngineeringOperationsForm Energy has 180 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, the most of any climate tech startup we track, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) (7) and customer service (5). Form Energy develops iron-air battery systems designed to store electricity for days at a time, targeting the long-duration storage gap that lithium-ion cannot fill. The company is scaling from R&D into manufacturing, with active hiring across engineering, operations, and supply chain.
Roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)7
- Customer Service5
- Business Development3
- Business Strategy3
- Customer Support2
+20 roles across other teams
Open roles180 openSee all 180 roles at Form EnergyView JobStaff Data EngineerBerkeley, CA · On-siteView JobStaff Supply Chain Systems AnalystBerkeley, CA · HybridView JobSenior Compensation AnalystSomerville, MA · HybridView JobSenior Oracle PIM Operations AnalystWeirton, WV · On-siteView JobIT Support TechnicianWeirton, WV · On-site - 02
Redwood Materials
Battery RecyclingManufacturingEngineeringRedwood Materials has 163 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) (7) and business operations (6). Redwood Materials recovers and refines materials from used lithium-ion batteries, feeding them back into the EV and energy storage supply chain domestically. The company hires heavily in chemical engineering, process engineering, and manufacturing operations.
Roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)7
- Business Operations6
- Electrical Engineering3
- Construction Management3
- Business Development2
+18 roles across other teams
Open roles163 openSee all 163 roles at Redwood MaterialsView JobSenior Operations Program ManagerReno, NV · On-siteView JobSenior Electrical Design EngineerMcCarran, NV · On-siteView JobAnalytical Lab TechnicianReno, NV · On-siteView JobEmbedded Software Engineer – Power Electronics, Energy StorageSan Francisco, CA · On-siteView JobSenior Manager, ConstructionReno, NV · On-site - 03
Antora Energy
Thermal StorageEngineeringClean EnergyAntora Energy has 20 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in specialized engineering (11) and project & program management (2). Antora Energy stores excess renewable electricity as heat in solid carbon blocks and delivers that energy as industrial-grade heat and power directly to manufacturing facilities. The team hires across mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering as it moves toward commercial deployment.
Roles by team
- Specialized Engineering11
- Project & Program Management2
- Mechanical Engineering2
- Electrical Engineering1
- Partnerships & Business Development1
+3 roles across other teams
Open roles20 openSee all 20 roles at Antora EnergyView JobSenior / Staff Field EngineerBig Stone City, SD · On-siteView JobStaff Applications EngineerRemote · RemoteView JobSr. Electrical EngineerSan Jose, CA · On-siteView JobSenior / Staff Turbomachinery Systems EngineerSan Jose, CA · On-siteView JobSenior Process EngineerSan Jose, CA · On-site - 04
Sila Nanotechnologies, Inc.
Battery MaterialsEngineeringProductSila Nanotechnologies, Inc. has 13 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in specialized engineering (8) and software engineering (2). Sila Nanotechnologies replaces graphite in lithium-ion battery anodes with a silicon-based material that increases energy density for consumer electronics and electric vehicles. The company recruits materials scientists, process engineers, and product development specialists.
Roles by team
- Specialized Engineering8
- Software Engineering2
- Manufacturing Operations1
- Electrical Engineering1
- Finance1
Open roles13 openSee all 13 roles at Sila Nanotechnologies, Inc.View JobForward Deployed Application DeveloperAlameda, CA · On-siteView JobEngineer, R&D Battery OperationsAlameda, CA · On-siteView JobEnvironmental Program ManagerMoses Lake, WA · On-siteView JobElectrical and Controls EngineerMoses Lake, WA · On-siteView JobStaff Applied ML EngineerAlameda, CA · On-site - 05
Rondo Energy
Industrial HeatDecarbonizationEngineeringRondo Energy has 8 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in specialized engineering (3) and mechanical engineering (2). Rondo Energy builds high-temperature thermal energy storage systems that replace fossil-fuel-fired heat in cement, chemicals, and food processing facilities. The company targets hard-to-decarbonize industrial sectors where electrification alone is not practical.
Roles by team
- Specialized Engineering3
- Mechanical Engineering2
- Procurement & Supply Chain1
- Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering1
- Finance1
Open roles8 openSee all 8 roles at Rondo EnergyView JobSenior Global Supply Chain ManagerAlameda, CA · HybridView JobSenior Mechanical EngineerAlameda, CA · On-siteView JobSenior Manufacturing EngineerAlameda, CA · On-siteView JobSenior Manager, Financial Planning & AnalysisAlameda, CA · HybridView JobProcess and Thermal Performance InternAlameda, CA · Hybrid - Editor’s note
What to look for in a climate tech startup
Climate tech startups vary significantly in how close they are to revenue, which affects job stability, total compensation mix, and the kind of work you'll do daily. A company with signed commercial contracts or a pilot project already running carries different risk than one still in lab validation. Before applying, check whether the company has disclosed its funding stage and whether it has paying customers, not just announced partnerships.
Technology Readiness
Understand where the core technology sits on the path from prototype to commercial scale. Earlier-stage companies offer more varied work but carry more technical and market risk.
Revenue or Contracts
Startups with signed offtake agreements or paying pilot customers have a clearer runway than those still fundraising. Public announcements and press releases often reveal this.
Team Depth
A strong leadership team with prior experience scaling hardware or industrial operations reduces execution risk significantly, especially in capital-intensive climate tech categories.
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Quaise Energy
GeothermalDeep TechEngineeringQuaise Energy has 7 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in specialized engineering (5) and finance (1). Quaise Energy applies millimeter-wave energy, originally developed for fusion research, to drill deeper into the earth's crust and access geothermal heat that conventional drilling cannot reach. The team is building across physics, engineering, and field operations.
Roles by team
- Specialized Engineering5
- Finance1
- Marketing1
Open roles7 openSee all 7 roles at Quaise EnergyView JobProject Controls LeadHouston, TX · HybridView JobSenior Controls EngineerHouston, TX · On-siteView JobSr. Electronics EngineerHouston, TX · On-siteView JobDirector, Digital Marketing & Web StrategyHouston, TX · On-siteView JobJr. Mechanical CAD DesignerHouston, TX · On-site - 07
Palmetto
Residential SolarSalesSoftwarePalmetto has 5 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in program management (1) and account management (1). Palmetto helps homeowners adopt residential solar through financing, installation coordination, and ongoing system management, all managed through its software platform. Roles span sales, software development, and customer operations.
Roles by team
- Program Management1
- Account Management1
- Electrical Engineering1
- Business Operations1
- Customer Service1
Open roles5 openSee all 5 roles at PalmettoView JobDirector, SOX ComplianceCharlotte, NC · On-siteView JobPortfolio Management AnalystCharlotte, NC · On-siteView JobResidential ElectricianAugusta, GA · On-siteView JobConstruction ManagerLexington, SC · On-siteView JobSolar Field Service Technician, DallasDallas, TX · On-site - 08
SPAN
Home EnergyHardwareProductSPAN has 4 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in product management (2) and sales (1). SPAN builds intelligent electrical panels and energy management hardware that give homeowners real-time control over solar, batteries, and EV charging from a single device. The company hires across hardware engineering, product management, and clean energy sales.
Roles by team
- Product Management2
- Sales1
- Software Engineering1
Open roles4 openSee all 4 roles at SPANView JobTerritory Sales ManagerUnited States · On-siteView JobStaff Backend Software EngineerSan Francisco, CA · On-siteView JobSenior Software Product ManagerSan Francisco, CA · On-siteView JobSenior Software Product ManagerSan Francisco, CA · On-site - 09
Charm Industrial
Carbon RemovalIndustrialOperationsCharm Industrial has 3 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) (2) and business operations (1). Charm Industrial converts agricultural waste into bio-oil through a pyrolysis process, then injects that carbon-rich oil into geological formations for permanent carbon removal. The company serves corporate buyers with verified, durable carbon removal credits.
Roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)2
- Business Operations1
Open roles3 openSee all 3 roles at Charm IndustrialView JobEnterprise Information Systems EngineerFort Lupton, CO · On-siteView JobInjection Engineering ManagerRemote · On-siteView JobSr. Process Development Engineer - Pyrolysis TestFort Lupton, CO · On-site - 10
Solid Power
Solid-State BatteryEngineeringQualitySolid Power has 2 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) (1) and business operations (1). Solid Power designs and manufactures solid-state battery cells intended for electric vehicles, with engineering and quality teams supporting both cell development and pilot-scale production. The company has strategic relationships with major automotive manufacturers.
Roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)1
- Business Operations1
Open roles2 openSee all 2 roles at Solid PowerView JobProcess Engineer II (Drying and Crystallization)Thornton, CO · On-siteView JobQuality Lab ManagerDenver, CO · On-site
How climate tech startups pay and equity work
Compensation at climate tech startups depends heavily on the company's stage and how much capital it has raised. Later-stage companies with institutional funding rounds tend to benchmark base salaries against large technology employers, while earlier-stage startups may offer below-market cash in exchange for larger equity grants. Equity in climate tech often comes as stock options with a standard vesting schedule, and the value of those options depends on whether the company reaches an exit through acquisition or public offering. The day-to-day trade-off at most climate tech startups is scope versus stability. Roles tend to span more functions than equivalent positions at larger companies, which accelerates professional development but also means fewer defined processes and more ambiguity. Engineers and operators in this space frequently work on problems that have no established playbook, which appeals to people who want to build from scratch but can be frustrating for those who prefer clear precedents and mature tooling.
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Which climate tech startups are hiring the most right now?
Form Energy is hiring the most, with 180 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, followed by Redwood Materials (163) and Antora Energy (20). Migrate Mate tracks 405 live roles across 10 climate tech startups in total, updated daily, so the order shifts as companies open and close positions.
Do climate tech startups pay well compared to larger tech companies?
Generally, yes. Growth-stage climate tech startups are typically competitive with large technology employers on base salary, particularly for engineering and technical roles. The meaningful difference is in how the total package is structured: a larger share sits in equity rather than cash, especially at earlier-stage companies. Later-stage startups with significant institutional funding tend to offer base pay closest to big-tech benchmarks, while seed and Series A companies often trade a lower base salary for a larger equity grant with more upside potential.
What kinds of roles do climate tech startups typically hire for?
Climate tech startups hire most heavily in specialized engineering, engineering (Non-Software), and business operations. Across the 10 climate tech startups Migrate Mate tracks, specialized engineering is the largest function at 27 of 405 open roles as of August 31, 2026, followed by engineering (Non-Software) (17) and business operations (9).
Do climate tech startups hire remotely?
It depends on the company and the function. Of the roles Migrate Mate tracks across these 10 climate tech startups, 10% are remote or hybrid as of August 31, 2026. Remote availability varies by team and role, so each Migrate Mate listing shows its work location before you apply.