Materials Science Engineer - US-Based

Toptal is hiring a Materials Science Engineer to lead research, testing, and integration of advanced films and smart-material systems for a new consumer hardware product. The role involves collaborating with global OEMs, evaluating film properties, and architecting the substrate + material stack.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Applied Physics, or similar
• 5-8 years of experience in thin films, optical materials, polymers, or electroactive materials
• Familiarity with PDLC, EC, SPD, OLED, solar films, or laminated optical architectures
• Strong experimental, analytical, and characterization skills
• Experience with roll-to-roll processing, resin chemistry, or flexible substrates
• Background working with overseas OEM manufacturers
• Exposure to consumer electronics or automotive materials engineering
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly growing company

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance plans
• Basic life insurance coverage and short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending, dependent care, and health savings accounts
• Telehealth virtual doctors
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible paid time off