Periodic Labs
As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will lead end-to-end physics-based simulations for advanced manufacturing customers, embedding directly with their teams to optimize complex physical processes. You will collaborate with internal ML and research teams to integrate simulation outputs with automated recipe generation while iterating on model fidelity and tooling. This role requires owning the technical workflow from problem definition to deployed results, with significant on-site time spent in Taiwan.
Periodic Labs is an artificial intelligence research company dedicated to transforming scientific discovery by leveraging machine learning and experimental methods. Their mission centers on the belief that true understanding of the universe can only be achieved through direct interaction and experimentation with it. The company focuses on developing AI scientists and autonomous labs, generating unique datasets from these experiments to facilitate groundbreaking research in the physical sciences. With a team that includes prominent figures in AI and materials science, Periodic Labs aims to accelerate innovation and push the boundaries of scientific knowledge.
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Periodic Labs reportedly raises $300M for AI-powered materials science platform
Sep 30, 2025
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Sep 30, 2025
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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