Senior Optical Systems Development Engineer

3 days ago


Palo Alto, California, United States PsiQuantum Full time
About the Role

PsiQuantum is a pioneering company in the field of quantum computing, aiming to build the world's first fault-tolerant quantum computer. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Optical Systems Development Engineer to join our System Build and Validation Team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and develop high-performance fiber optic subsystem components, including EDFA's, high-speed optical timing, and polarization control modules.
  • Drive the assembly protocol and version-controlled documentation, ensuring clear and detailed methodologies for both assembly and test.
  • Manage the bill of materials (BOM), documentation, and continuous product improvement (CPI).
  • Collect, trace, and analyze build data, including design and component troubleshooting.
  • Collaborate with supply chain and vendors, design engineering, and technicians to improve current and future generations of product.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to execute debug tests for software and hardware control systems.
Requirements
  • B.S. in Physics, Optical or Electrical Engineering preferred, with 4+ years industry experience.
  • Experience working with fiber lasers and amplifiers, fiber optic components, splice equipment and optimization, fiber routing and equipment maintenance.
  • Experience validating and testing fiber optic components and systems, transferring design and development into robust and scalable products.
  • Experience working with optical test equipment, including polarization analysis, insertion/return loss, optical backscatter reflectometers (OBR), optical spectrum analyzer (OSA).
  • Python scripting, calling Controls SW APIs/drivers to control lab equipment and proprietary systems.
Preferred Skills & Experience
  • Expertise with advanced fiber optic technologies, such as sensing, timing distribution, clock distribution, optical transmission systems.
  • Knowledge of Si Photonics and fiber to chip optical coupling.
About PsiQuantum

PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment.



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