Optical Quantum Engineer
6 days ago
PsiQuantum is a cutting-edge technology company on a mission to revolutionize the world of quantum computing. Founded in 2015 by leading experts in photonic quantum computing, we have assembled a team of world-class professionals dedicated to unlocking the full potential of quantum computing.
Our company is uniquely positioned to deliver on the promise of quantum computing, with a strong focus on innovation and collaboration. We are committed to creating a work environment that fosters creativity, teamwork, and growth.
Job Description
We are seeking an exceptional Optical Quantum Engineer to join our team in developing active components and circuits for the world's first fault-tolerant quantum computer. The successful candidate will own the design, modeling, testing, and data analysis of active photonic devices and circuits, working closely with other teams within PsiQuantum.
- Design and simulate novel integrated photonic devices and photonics integrated circuits for quantum computing.
- Perform experimental characterization on active integrated photonic components and circuits.
- Interface with dedicated test teams to perform automated high-volume tests.
- Interface with System Validation teams to facilitate system-level demonstrations.
- Analyze measurement data and optimize photonic device and circuit performance.
- Collaborate with photonic engineers, test engineers, materials scientists, electronic engineers, process engineers, and packaging engineers to build and characterize high-performance photonic chips and assemblies.
- Mentor junior staff members.
Required Skills and Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a MS or PhD in electrical engineering, applied physics, optical engineering, or a related discipline, with 1-3 years of hands-on experience in integrated photonics technologies. Key qualifications include:
- Deep knowledge and experience in actives and passives photonics device design and modeling, such as waveguides, modulators, and detectors.
- Proficiency in photonics and RF simulation tools, including Lumerical, HFSS, ADS, COMSOL, etc.
- Experience in characterization of integrated photonic components, including RF characterization of active photonic components.
- Knowledge in modeling of photonic circuits, electro-optical co-simulation of active circuits.
- Experience in characterization of active photonic circuits.
- Photonic layout experience using IPKISS, GDSFactory, etc.
- Photonic layout and tapeout with foundries.
Estimated Salary Range: $120,000 - $165,000 USD
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