About Vale

At Vale, our goal is to make magic and bring the real benefits of matcha to a billion people. We are a group of fun-loving, matcha enthusiasts who believe that a good idea can come from anywhere. Vale is a Seattle startup making magic through cutting-edge technology, automation, and world class hospitality experiences. We are a dynamic and highly cross functional team with a wealth of experience in food service, food automation, software engineering, aerospace, and consumer electronics. We have come together to develop the Matcha experience of the future — whether that's in a cafe, your neighborhood park, or at home.

About you

You are someone who is enthusiastic about matcha, obsessed with innovation, and loves being a part of a dynamic team.

• Enthusiastic about matcha. The world of matcha is huge, so you should be curious about its benefits, flavor profiles, and methods of preparation.
• Detail Oriented. Take pride in your craft and ensure Vale's products are consistent, repeatable, and of the highest quality.
• Versatile. Bringing matcha to a billion people is dynamic work! You should be comfortable sharing your expertise in one area, but capable of owning something new in another.
• A bar raiser with proven experience. You don't just meet the standard — you raise it. You bring deep, hands-on expertise that elevates everyone around you and sets a new benchmark for what great looks like.
• Excited to be a part of a growing team. Vale is a growing company and we want you to grow with us.
• Deeply curious. You understand the science behind what makes a beverage extraordinary and never stop exploring. You bring both analytical precision and creative imagination to your work.

The role

As a Beverage Scientist, you will apply food science principles to develop and optimize Vale's matcha beverages, ensuring every product delivers on quality, consistency, and delight.

• Apply food science and chemistry principles to develop and optimize matcha beverage formulations
• Design and execute experiments to improve sensory attributes, stability, and shelf life
• Build and maintain analytical methods for quality control of Vale's products
• Collaborate with Product Development Specialists and Manufacturing on scaling validated formulas
• Research and evaluate novel ingredients, processes, and technologies relevant to matcha beverages
• Maintain detailed laboratory records and documentation in compliance with internal standards
• Present findings and recommendations to the Product & Innovation leadership team

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related field
• 3+ years of food and beverage R&D or quality science experience
• Hands-on experience with analytical methods such as HPLC, titration, or sensory analysis
• Experience with beverage formulation and understanding of ingredient functionality

Compensation

$82,000 – $108,000 per year

Benefits

• Company funded ORCA card
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Annual bonuses
• Joining a fun startup in Seattle