Principal Photonics Design Methodology Engineer

PsiQuantum

Palo Alto, United States
Base: $245,000 - $255,000 usd; bonus/equity: not s...
On-site
Eda tool validation and release
Internal automation frameworks
Methodology documentation and training
PsiQuantum is seeking a Principal Photonics Design Methodology Engineer to lead the development and education of silicon photonic quantum computing tools and processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in semiconductor design and a passion for knowledge transfer, ensuring effective use and understanding of design methodologies within the organization

Job Summary

  • Serve as the technical owner/approver/trainer of our silicon development toolchain while driving internal education and enablement across the IC chipset design, implementation, and verification organization.
  • Govern approved EDA tool versions, internal automation frameworks, and flow releases to ensure reproducibility and tapeout integrity.
  • Lead structured training, onboarding, and documentation initiatives that increase internal adoption, improve efficiency and reduce tapeout errors.

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PsiQuantum is seeking a Principal Photonics Design Methodology Engineer to lead the development and education of silicon photonic quantum computing tools and processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in semiconductor design and a passion for knowledge transfer, ensuring effective use and understanding of design methodologies within the organization.

Salary

Base: $245,000 - $255,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • EDA tool validation and release
  • Internal automation frameworks
  • Methodology documentation and training
  • Silicon photonic design flows
  • Python coding expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Quantum computing interest
  • Fast-paced startup environment
  • Cross-departmental collaboration

Key Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in semiconductor design, implementation, or verification
  • Experience supporting multiple tapeouts
  • Demonstrated ability to create technical documentation and deliver training
  • Experience managing EDA tool upgrades and validation
  • Bachelors/Masters/PhD or other advanced degrees in Photonics, Physics, EE, Computer Science or related engineering fields

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