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 364 live open roles across 10 climate tech startups as of July 16, 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 · 364 live roles from Migrate Mate, updated daily
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Form Energy
Energy StorageEngineeringOperationsForm Energy has 142 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, the most of any climate tech startup we track, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) (10) and compliance & risk (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)10
- Compliance & Risk5
- Business Strategy4
- Program Management3
- Software Engineering3
+18 roles across other teams
Open roles142 openSee all 142 roles at Form EnergyApplyStaff Systems EngineerBerkeley, CA · On-siteApplySenior Mechanical Engineer, Test InfrastructureBerkeley, CA · On-siteApplyTest Engineer IIBerkeley, CA · On-siteApplyStaff Software Engineer, Test SoftwareBerkeley, CA · On-siteApplySenior Service Engineer - Fluid SystemsBerkeley, CA · On-site - 02
Redwood Materials
Battery RecyclingManufacturingEngineeringRedwood Materials has 124 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) (8) and manufacturing 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)8
- Manufacturing Operations6
- Project & Program Management4
- Construction Management3
- Business Operations3
+23 roles across other teams
Open roles124 openSee all 124 roles at Redwood MaterialsApplySenior Maintenance ManagerReno, NV · On-siteApplyEmbedded Software Engineer – Power Electronics, Energy StorageSan Francisco, CA · On-siteApplyLead Maintenance TechnicianMcCarran, NV · On-siteApplyGeneral Site SuperintendentReno, NV · On-siteApplySecurity Specialist IICarson City, NV · On-site - 03
Antora Energy
Thermal StorageEngineeringClean EnergyAntora Energy has 25 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in specialized engineering (10) and partnerships & business development (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 Engineering10
- Partnerships & Business Development2
- Manufacturing Operations2
- Project & Program Management2
- Mechanical Engineering2
+7 roles across other teams
Open roles25 openSee all 25 roles at Antora EnergyApplyStaff Applications EngineerRemote · RemoteApplySr. Electrical EngineerSan Jose, CA · On-siteApplySenior / Staff Turbomachinery Systems EngineerSan Jose, CA · On-siteApplySenior Process EngineerSan Jose, CA · On-siteApplyDirector/Senior Director, Commercial Energy StrategyRemote · Hybrid - 04
Palmetto
Residential SolarSalesSoftwarePalmetto has 21 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in business development (4) and account management (2). 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
- Business Development4
- Account Management2
- Business Analysis2
- Product Management2
- Cloud Engineering1
+8 roles across other teams
Open roles21 openSee all 21 roles at PalmettoApplyStaff Software Engineer, Energy IntelligenceCharlotte, NC · On-siteApplySenior Product Manager - Device Data & PerformanceRemote · On-siteApplySenior HVAC Quality Program ManagerCharleston, SC · RemoteApplyPortfolio Management AnalystCharlotte, NC · On-siteApplyInside Sales Account Manager, ComfortCharlotte, NC · On-site - 05
Sila Nanotechnologies, Inc.
Battery MaterialsEngineeringProductSila Nanotechnologies, Inc. has 12 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in specialized engineering (7) and quality control (3). 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 Engineering7
- Quality Control3
- Finance1
- Project & Program Management1
Open roles12 openSee all 12 roles at Sila Nanotechnologies, Inc.ApplyStaff Battery EngineerAlameda, CA · On-siteApplyProcess EngineerMoses Lake, WA · On-siteApplySenior Finance ERP ConsultantAlameda, CA · On-siteApplySenior Manager, Battery EngineeringAlameda, CA · On-siteApplySenior Manager, R&D EngineeringAlameda, CA · On-site - 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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Solid Power
Solid-State BatteryEngineeringQualitySolid Power has 12 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) (8) and account management (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)8
- Account Management1
- Business Operations1
- Business Development1
- Biotech & Life Sciences1
Open roles12 openSee all 12 roles at Solid PowerApplyProcess Engineer II (Drying and Crystallization)Thornton, CO · On-siteApplyAccounts Payable ManagerDenver, CO · On-siteApplySenior Mechanical Maintenance TechnicianThornton, CO · On-siteApplyQuality Lab ManagerDenver, CO · On-siteApplySenior Capital Projects EngineerThornton, CO · On-site - 07
Quaise Energy
GeothermalDeep TechEngineeringQuaise Energy has 10 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in specialized engineering (6) 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 Engineering6
- Finance1
- Content & Communications1
- Marketing1
- Mechanical Engineering1
Open roles10 openSee all 10 roles at Quaise EnergyApplyAccounting ManagerHouston, TX · On-siteApplySenior Communications SpecialistBoston, MA · HybridApplySenior Controls EngineerHouston, TX · On-siteApplySr. Electronics EngineerHouston, TX · On-siteApplyDirector, Digital Marketing & Web StrategyHouston, TX · On-site - 08
Charm Industrial
Carbon RemovalIndustrialOperationsCharm Industrial has 7 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) (5) 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)5
- Business Operations1
- Accounting1
Open roles7 openSee all 7 roles at Charm IndustrialApplyEnterprise Information Systems EngineerFort Lupton, CO · On-siteApplyInjection Engineering ManagerRemote · On-siteApplySr. Process Development Engineer - Pyrolysis TestFort Lupton, CO · On-siteApplyProcess Development Engineer II - Pyrolysis TestFort Lupton, CO · On-siteApplySenior Mechanical Engineer - PyrolysisFort Lupton, CO · On-site - 09
Rondo Energy
Industrial HeatDecarbonizationEngineeringRondo Energy has 7 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in specialized engineering (5) and technical product & program management (1). 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 Engineering5
- Technical Product & Program Management1
- Project & Program Management1
Open roles7 openSee all 7 roles at Rondo EnergyApplySenior Instrumentation Systems EngineerAlameda, CA · On-siteApplySenior Model-Based Systems EngineerAlameda, CA · On-siteApplyMechanical EngineerAlameda, CA · On-siteApplyStructural Design EngineerAlameda, CA · On-siteApplyProcess Safety EngineerAlameda, CA · Hybrid - 10
SPAN
Home EnergyHardwareProductSPAN has 4 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 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 SPANApplyTerritory Sales ManagerUnited States · On-siteApplyStaff Backend Software EngineerSan Francisco, CA · On-siteApplySenior Software Product ManagerSan Francisco, CA · On-siteApplySenior Software Product ManagerSan Francisco, CA · 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 142 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, followed by Redwood Materials (124) and Antora Energy (25). Migrate Mate tracks 364 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 engineering (Non-Software), specialized engineering, and manufacturing operations. Across the 10 climate tech startups Migrate Mate tracks, engineering (Non-Software) is the largest function at 31 of 364 open roles as of July 16, 2026, followed by specialized engineering (28) and manufacturing operations (8).
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, 12% are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026. Remote availability varies by team and role, so each Migrate Mate listing shows its work location before you apply.