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Join a leading company in quantum computing as a Senior Scientist focusing on cryogenic optical integration. You will leverage your expertise in optics and cryogenics to develop innovative solutions for photon-number-resolving detectors. This pivotal role at Xanadu will allow you to impact the future of quantum technology while collaborating in a dynamic and inclusive environment.
Xanadu’s mission is to build quantum computers that are useful and available to people everywhere.
At Xanadu, we are learners, innovators, researchers, collaborators and problem solvers. We are creating something that has never been built before. Few people in their life will be able to be a part of something like this, where if we are successful, the technologies we develop will solve some of the world’s most challenging problems, and literally change the world. And that is something to be excited about!
Your role and responsibilities:
In this role, you will contribute your expertise in optics and photonics, cryogenics, and precision assembly to advance the packaging and performance of our transition edge sensors (TES). As a member of the Low Temperature Devices Team, your primary responsibility will be the development of precision cryogenic optical interfaces for photon-number-resolving TES detectors, enabling robust, low-loss coupling across thermal boundaries from room temperature to milli-Kelvin environments.
With your deep technical expertise and experience in photonic and cryogenic system development, you will play a critical role in enhancing the performance and scalability of our detector platform. This role requires significant experience with cryogenic systems, optical alignment, and photonic hardware, as well as the ability to work effectively across disciplines in a fast-paced environment.
You will design, build, and evaluate cryogenic optical coupling solutions, including fiber-to-detector alignment, fiber-ferrule and fiber-array design, thermal anchoring, and alignment repeatability. You will take full ownership of this integration, from concept through validation and deployment within large-scale detector arrays. Responsibilities include:
Required qualifications and experience:
Preferred qualifications and experience:
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