Senior PIC Engineer

PsiQuantumsmission is to build the first useful quantum computersmachines 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.

Quantum computers harness the laws of quantum mechanics to solve problems that even the most advanced supercomputers or AI systems will never reach. Their impact will span energy pharmaceuticals finance agriculture transportation materials and other foundational industries.

Our architecture and approachisbased on silicon photonics. Byleveragingthe advanced semiconductor manufacturing industryincluding partners like GlobalFoundrieswe use the same high-volume processes that already produce billions of chips for telecom and consumer electronics. Photonics offers natural advantages for scale : photonsdontfeel heat are immune to electromagnetic interference and integrate with existing cryogenic cooling and standard fiber-optic infrastructure.

In 2024PsiQuantumannounced government-funded projects to support the build-out of our first utility-scale quantum computers in Brisbane Australia and Chicago Illinois. These initiatives reflect a growing recognition that quantum computing will be strategically and economically definingand that now is the time to scale.

PsiQuantumalso develops the algorithms and software needed to make these systems commercially valuable. Our application software and industry teams work directly with leading Fortune 500 companiesincluding Lockheed Martin Mercedes-Benz Boehringer Ingelheim and Mitsubishi Chemicalto prepare quantum solutions for real-world impact.

Quantum computing is not an extension of classical computing. Itrepresentsa fundamental shiftand a path to mastering challenges that cannot besolvedany other way. The potential is enormous and we have a clearpathto make it real.

Come join us.

Job Summary :

Quantum computing promises to solve many important problems that could never be solved on any conventional computer. At PsiQuantum were building a general-purpose silicon photonic quantum computer to tackle these very problems.

We are looking for an energetic highly motivated Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) engineer who will be responsible for the design layout and verification of photonic integrated circuits for a linear optic quantum computer (LOQC).

Were looking for a creative and innovative individual with strong fundamentals in the design optimization layout and fabrication of integrated optical devices. This role is focused on pushing the boundaries of high-performance integrated photonic components and circuits. The role requires excellent python skills experience with python-based layout tools and foundry tape outs and experience with collaborative coding environments such as git.

Responsibilities :

• Interacts with device hardware and system design teams to assist in overall development of Photonics and Quantum Optics photonic systems and devices.
• Supports foundry tape outs with photonic device design design of experiments layout design verification PDK development and software development.
• Develops comprehensive documentation for tapeouts.
• Provides multi-disciplinary support to component and systems teams by resolving technical issues associated with components parts or systems.
• Applies quantitative analysis in determining root cause of highly technical problems and proposes develops and implements solutions for corrective action.

Experience / Qualifications :

Education

Experience

5 years of relevant work or academic research experience in integrated photonics.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

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.

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The ranges below reflect the target ranges for a new hire base salary. One is for the Bay Area (within 50 miles of HQ Palo Alto) the second one (if applicable) is for elsewhere in the US (beyond 50 miles of HQ Palo Alto). If there is only one range it is for the specific location of where the position will be located. Actual compensation may vary outside of these ranges and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to a candidates qualifications including relevant education and training competencies experience geographic location and business needs. Base pay is only one part of the total compensation package. Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits. Base pay is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

U.S. Base Pay Range

$160000 $180000 USD

Bay Area Pay Range

$183000 $200000 USD

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

APIs,C / C++,Computer Graphics,Go,React,Redux,Node.js,AWS,Library Services,Assembly,GraphQL,High Voltage

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1