
SirenOpt is a manufacturing intelligence company pioneering a paradigm shift in advanced materials characterization by leveraging cold atmospheric plasma, machine learning, and predictive analytics to non-destructively create multifaceted material fingerprints in real-time. Their core product, PlasmaSens™, enables real-time, non-destructive, multi-property measurement of materials across various manufacturing workflows such as wafer-to-wafer, piece-to-piece, sheet-to-sheet, and roll-to-roll processes. This technology addresses measurement blind spots, accelerating R&D, process optimization, and enhancing product performance and production quality in industries including battery, aerospace, semiconductor, electronics, and more. SirenOpt originated as a spin-out from UC Berkeley and has gained traction through early adoption by Bay Area battery startups, participation in Berkeley SkyDeck Accelerator, and a $6.6M seed funding round in 2024. Their technology expertise includes low-energy plasma control and physics-informed machine learning for advanced process and equipment control, positioning them as a leader in sustainable, smart manufacturing of advanced materials.

SirenOpt is a manufacturing intelligence company pioneering a paradigm shift in advanced materials characterization by leveraging cold atmospheric plasma, machine learning, and predictive analytics to non-destructively create multifaceted material fingerprints in real-time. Their core product, PlasmaSens™, enables real-time, non-destructive, multi-property measurement of materials across various manufacturing workflows such as wafer-to-wafer, piece-to-piece, sheet-to-sheet, and roll-to-roll processes. This technology addresses measurement blind spots, accelerating R&D, process optimization, and enhancing product performance and production quality in industries including battery, aerospace, semiconductor, electronics, and more. SirenOpt originated as a spin-out from UC Berkeley and has gained traction through early adoption by Bay Area battery startups, participation in Berkeley SkyDeck Accelerator, and a $6.6M seed funding round in 2024. Their technology expertise includes low-energy plasma control and physics-informed machine learning for advanced process and equipment control, positioning them as a leader in sustainable, smart manufacturing of advanced materials.
What they do: Real-time, non-destructive materials characterization using cold atmospheric plasma + ML
Flagship product: PlasmaSens
Founded / origin: 2022 spin-out from UC Berkeley Chemical Engineering
Notable funding: $6.6M seed (Jul 2024) with additional strategic investment activity
Headquarters: Oakland, California
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Inline and offline materials characterization and manufacturing intelligence for advanced materials used in semiconductors, batteries, electronics, and aerospace.
2022
Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
6600000
Announced seed round with participation from multiple VC and strategic investors.
2400000
Listed as a grant in some records.
Company announced a strategic investment to accelerate commercialization.
“Access Industries; Berkeley SkyDeck Fund; California Energy Commission; Climate Capital; Climate Club; Courtyard Ventures; Hitachi Ventures; Impact Science Ventures; InMotion Ventures; Union Labs Ventures; Visionaries Tomorrow; Voyager Ventures; Wireframe Ventures”
About SirenOpt The goal of SirenOpt is to improve the yield, performance, and safety of advanced materials, which are critical components in batteries, semiconductors, aerospace, power generation, electronics, and many other high-growth manufacturing segments. SirenOpt makes a manufacturing intelligence platform that non-destructively collects critical manufacturing data that is otherwise unobtainable and uses that data to quantify, understand, and mitigate manufacturing variability in real time.
SirenOpt is pioneering a paradigm shift in advanced materials characterization by leveraging cold atmospheric plasma, machine learning and predictive analytics to non-destructively create uniquely distinctive, multifaceted material fingerprints in real-time. SirenOpt transforms current measurement blind spots into rich multi-layered material insights, which enable intelligent performance-centric decision-making. SirenOpt thus accelerates R&D and process optimization, enhances product performance, and enables higher production quality for manufacturers to maximize value in both standalone (benchtop) and factory integrated (in-line) applications.
SirenOpt is currently deploying early versions of its platform to industrial manufacturers and research institutions in North America, Europe, and Asia and will launch fully commercialized products in 2026.
Job Description The Founder’s Associate works directly with the CEO.
This role is ideal for a highly analytical, execution-oriented generalist who wants exposure to company-building at the earliest stages—spanning strategy, operations, market research, external communications, GTM execution, and fundraising. You will act as a force multiplier for the founder, owning critical projects that shape how SirenOpt grows, sells, and raises capital. This role offers a unique blend of responsibilities, from high-level strategic planning to hands-on execution, making it ideal for someone eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced startup environment.
We're looking for someone who has strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to turn ambiguity into action plans. Experience in strategy, consulting, GTM, operations, investing, or early-stage startups roles is essential.
In this role you will focus on the following areas: Go-to-Market & Market Strategy
Fundraising & Investor Support
Founder & Strategic Initiatives
Marketing & External Communications
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Base Pay Range: $130,000 USD - $175,000 USD
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