Senior Engineer, PIC Design

Quantum Computing Inc.; Cranbury Township (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Computing Inc. is seeking a Senior Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Engineer to lead design, simulation, and optimization of photonic devices for quantum applications.

This role will collaborate closely with fabrication, test and market teams to ensure designs meet stringent performance targets from concept through scalable manufacturing. The ideal candidate holds a PhD or Master’s in a related field, 5+ years in PIC design, and strong experience with Lumerical, HFSS, and other

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Photonics, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on PIC design and development, with at least 1 year in a senior role.
• Proven track record of taking PIC designs from concept to fabricated prototypes and production.
• Proficiency in simulation tools (e.g., Lumerical, Photonforge, Tidy3D, HFSS).
• Strong knowledge of waveguide theory, coupling mechanisms, electrical and photonic device physics.

Responsibilities

• Design, simulate and optimize specific photonic components on TFLN platforms for customized and internal requirements.
• Pattern layout with our PDK, GDSfactory and Photonforge.
• Optimize the fabrication process flows for customized design in collaboration with foundry partners and/or in-house facilities.
• Implement design-for-manufacturing (DFM) practices to improve yield and scalability.
• Collaborate with the fabrication team optimizing the PDK for foundry.
• Collaborate with the test team to analyze each fab run and iterate for next run.

Skills

PIC design

Device modeling

Cross-functional collaboration

Waveguide theory

Semiconductor fabrication processes

Education

Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Photonics, or related field

Tools

Lumerical

Photonforge

HFSS

Tidy3D

Job description

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company’s portfolio of core technology and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cyber security as well as remote sensing applications.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Engineer to design, develop, and optimize integrated and packaged photonic devices oriented by market and internal quantum applications. This role will be pivotal in driving PIC technology from concept through scalable manufacturing, ensuring designs meet the demanding performance requirements of quantum applications. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with fabrication, test and market teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Design & Simulation

• Design, simulate and optimize specific photonic components on TFLN platforms for customized and internal requirements.
• Use industry-standard simulation tools (e.g., Lumerical, Tidy3D, Photonforge, HFSS) for design verification.
• Pattern layout with our PDK, GDSfactory and Photonforge.

Fabrication & Process Development

• Optimize the fabrication process flows for customized design in collaboration with foundry partners and/or in-house facilities.
• Implement design-for-manufacturing (DFM) practices to improve yield and scalability.
• Collaborate with the fabrication team optimizing the PDK for foundry.
• Collaborate with the test team to analyze each fab run and iterate for next run.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. or master's degree in electrical engineering, Applied Physics, Photonics, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in PIC design and development, with at least 1 year in a senior role.
• Proven track record of taking PIC designs from concept to fabricated prototypes and production.
• Proficiency in simulation tools (e.g., Lumerical, Photonforge, Tidy3D, HFSS).
• Strong knowledge of waveguide theory, coupling mechanisms, electrical and photonic device physics.
• Experience working with semiconductor fabrication processes and foundry MPW programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in quantum photonic systems or related applications.
• Familiarity with hybrid photonic/electronic routing, integration and advanced packaging.
• Experience in yield improvement, process control, and manufacturability optimization.

Key Attributes

• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance near-term deliverables with long-term technology vision.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence across teams.
• Passion for innovation and pushing the limits of photonic technology.

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above. Statements outlined in this section are designated as essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.