Staff Software Engineer, Databases — Build Scalable Systems

PsiQuantum; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

PsiQuantum in Palo Alto is looking for a Senior Software Engineer specialized in Calibration & Control for their OS Core Team. The role focuses on designing algorithms and software for scalable photonic quantum computers, requiring 15+ years in Python or C++ and experience with distributed systems and graph databases. The ideal candidate will contribute to developing mission-critical software that supports the company's ambitious goal of building the world's first useful quantum computer. Competitive salary range offered.

Qualifications

• 15+ years experience with Python or C++ in a system software context.
• Design and implementation of large scale distributed storage systems, emphasis on graph databases.
• Proven track record of developing and shipping reliable, performant software.

Responsibilities

• Scale and extend the current core database systems.
• Data systems design and implementation.
• Participate in design and code reviews.

Skills

Python

C++

Distributed storage systems

Graph databases

High performance computing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Nebula

neo4j

Gravlax

Job description

PsiQuantum in Palo Alto is looking for a Senior Software Engineer specialized in Calibration & Control for their OS Core Team. The role focuses on designing algorithms and software for scalable photonic quantum computers, requiring 15+ years in Python or C++ and experience with distributed systems and graph databases. The ideal candidate will contribute to developing mission-critical software that supports the company's ambitious goal of building the world's first useful quantum computer. Competitive salary range offered.