Senior System Electronics Integration Engineer

PsiQuantum; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

PsiQuantum is seeking a Senior System Electronics Integration Engineer to join their System Design organization in Milpitas, California. This role involves integrating, validating, and troubleshooting complex electronic subsystems within the Electronic Distribution Network (EDN) to ensure reliable operation and performance.

The ideal candidate will have a BS, M.S., or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 3 years of experience. A strong background in system electronics integration, clock and power distribution, and Python software control is essential.

The salary range is competitive, with a base salary targeted between $140,000 and $185,000, specifically tailored for the Bay Area.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in system electronics integration.
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited direction.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage system interfaces including power and timing distribution.
• Develop and execute system-level integration and validation test plans.
• Ensure compliance with system requirements and design specifications.

Skills

System electronics integration

Software control in Python

Clock distribution

Power distribution

Education

BS, M.S. or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

PsiQuantum’s mission is to build the first useful quantum computers—machines capable of delivering the breakthroughs the field has long promised. Since our founding in 2016, our singular focus has been to build and deploy million-qubit, fault-tolerant quantum systems.

Job Summary

The Senior System Electronics Integration Engineer reports into the System Design organization. This role is responsible for the integration, validation and troubleshooting of complex electronic subsystems as part of the Electronic Distribution Network (EDN). The role will ensure multiple hardware subsystems operate together reliably and meet overall system performance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage system interfaces, including power distribution, timing distribution, cabling, connectivity and integration of electronic subsystems and components.
• EDN rack/vacuum/cryo layout and connectivity.
• Develop and execute system-level integration and validation test plans to ensure hardware, firmware, and software works together effectively as a cohesive system architecture.
• Coordinate cross-functionally to meet requirements and schedule with System Design leads, Electronics Design, Packaging Design, Validation, System Commissioning, System Architecture, and Quantum Operating Software teams.
• Ensure compliance with system requirements, safety standards, and design specifications.
• Create and maintain documentation such as interface control documents, schematics, design specifications and contribute to system BOMs.

Experience & Qualifications

Required:

• BS, M.S. or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in system electronics integration.
• Experience with clock distribution, power distribution, grounding schemes, FW validation and SW control.
• Experience with software controls in Python.
• Strong organizational skills, excellent communication skills, attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Strong critical thinking skills, demonstrated problem-solving and debugging skills in complex systems.
• Ability to work independently with limited direction.

Preferred

• Experience with hardware development of active photonic integrated circuits (PICs), optical transceivers, RF products.
• Experience with high-speed signal integrity or power electronics.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC considerations and mitigation techniques.
• Experience with vacuum and cryo systems.

PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. PsiQuantum does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws.

The ranges below reflect the target ranges for a new hire base salary. U.S. Base Pay Range: $140,000—$185,000 USD. Bay Area Pay Range: $175,000—$200,000 USD.