Lead Photonics Circuit Designer for Quantum Systems

PsiQuantum; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

PsiQuantum is hiring a Photonics Circuit Designer in Palo Alto, California. This role involves designing and validating high-performance silicon photonic circuits for quantum computing. Ideal candidates will have a PhD and at least 5 years of experience in integrated photonics, along with strong skills in photonic device modeling and simulation.

The compensation ranges from $140,000 to $165,000 annually, and opportunities exist for collaboration with leading companies in the tech space.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant work or academic research experience in integrated photonics.
• In-depth knowledge of photonic devices, including performance metrics and testing techniques.
• Extensive experience with integrated photonic circuit layout.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimization of photonic circuits.
• Full simulation of complex photonic circuits.
• Collaboration with component design and circuit characterization teams.

Skills

Photonic device and circuit modeling

Electromagnetic simulation packages

Data analysis

Python for scientific applications

Communication skills

Education

PhD or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or Physics

Tools

Commercial software platforms for photonic design

Job description

PsiQuantum is hiring a Photonics Circuit Designer in Palo Alto, California. This role involves designing and validating high-performance silicon photonic circuits for quantum computing. Ideal candidates will have a PhD and at least 5 years of experience in integrated photonics, along with strong skills in photonic device modeling and simulation.

The compensation ranges from $140,000 to $165,000 annually, and opportunities exist for collaboration with leading companies in the tech space.