
Matnex provides an AI-driven platform to speed up the discovery and optimization of sustainable materials. It combines machine learning with physics- and quantum-based simulations, hosted in a high-performance computing environment, and uses a proprietary materials database with multi-objective optimization. The workflow supports high-throughput virtual screening and partners for collaborative R&D to meet cost, performance, and carbon targets. Core technologies include AI, HPC, computational chemistry, active learning, quantum chemistry, DFT, and neural networks. The market focuses on energy, electronics, transport, and manufacturing sectors seeking net-zero transition materials.

Matnex provides an AI-driven platform to speed up the discovery and optimization of sustainable materials. It combines machine learning with physics- and quantum-based simulations, hosted in a high-performance computing environment, and uses a proprietary materials database with multi-objective optimization. The workflow supports high-throughput virtual screening and partners for collaborative R&D to meet cost, performance, and carbon targets. Core technologies include AI, HPC, computational chemistry, active learning, quantum chemistry, DFT, and neural networks. The market focuses on energy, electronics, transport, and manufacturing sectors seeking net-zero transition materials.
What they do: AI + HPC platform for accelerated materials discovery and optimization
Founded: 2020
HQ: Cambridge, United Kingdom
Technical focus: Physics- and quantum-based simulations, proprietary materials DB, property prediction
Sectors targeted: Energy, electronics, transport, manufacturing (net-zero / carbon reduction)
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Materials discovery and development for sustainable, high-performance industrial applications
2020
DeepTech
Press release announced additional investment from US and European venture capital funds and a partnership with Viridien to scale computational capacity.
“Samos Investments; Ada Ventures; MDOne; Genuine Capital; Cartography Capital; Conviction; Found Capital”
At MatNex, we are pushing the boundaries of possibility in science and technology, starting with the materials that make them. We are a diverse team united by ambition, curiosity, and a shared mission to build a new world from the atom up.
About the Role
Are you ready to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment where your versatility and problem-solving skills directly contribute to scaling a mission-driven deep-tech company? As Founder’s Associate at MatNex, you’ll work side-by-side with our CEO and leadership team, gaining unparalleled exposure to the inner workings of a high-growth tech startup.
This is a unique opportunity to learn first-hand what it takes to build and scale a company from the ground up. You’ll operate across all areas of the business, strategic and operational, right hand to leaders across the business and driving impact where it matters most.
Our exceptional team consists of 3 core functions, software, product and business – this is an exciting opportunity to sit at the intersection of all three of these functions.
What You’ll Be Doing
Your responsibilities will be dynamic and varied, the is an ever-evolving role. Projects in the first 3 months will include:
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is a dynamic generalist with a passion for startups and a desire to learn by doing. You don’t need to be an expert in any one area—but you should be adaptable, resourceful, and eager to take on new challenges.
You will most likely: