Director, Electro-Optical Assembly

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 :

The Principal Electro-Optics Systems Engineer is a technical lead role in which he / she drives and own design and execution of fiber optic systems. This role is responsible for leading from early development to productization of optical network and communications including design validation and woking with vendors to deliver full optical development for large quantum systems.

Responsibilities :

• Technical Lead of full optical design and distribution network for large systems & multiple systems.
• Own define & develop design requirements and document requirements for system level behaviors.
• Work effectively with cross functional team : quantum architect electronics mechanical and thermal teams and assess how to negotiate for tradeoffs and meet requirements.
• Work with vendors and evaluate advanced fiber optic components and qualify such components for use in quantum computing applications.
• Assess how to push technical boundaries to meet tight optical specs (optical loss and thermal stability).
• Lead & execute designs development debug for optical communication for racks.
• Lead build and test prototypes maintain a BOM.
• Lead validation tests plans & deliver proof of concept to productization working closely with the system build and validation team.
• Deliver electro-optical network for full quantum systems in a fast paced environment.
• Some Python scripting calling Controls SW APIs / drivers to control lab equipment and proprietary systems.
• Write and maintain documentation of system performance.
• Clear communication and technical lead engineer teams

Experience / Qualifications :

5 years experience designing validating and testing optical systems.

Preferred Skills & Experience :

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

$230000 $270000 USD

Bay Area Pay Range

$250000 $273000 USD

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1