Research And Development Engineer

PsiQuantum

Palo Alto, United States
$160,000—$175,000 usd; not specified; not specifie...
On-site
Superconducting thin films expertise
Single-photon detector design
Microscopic superconductivity analysis
PsiQuantum is seeking a Research and Development Engineer to advance their work in fault-tolerant quantum computing, specifically focusing on the development of single-photon detectors. The ideal candidate will have expertise in superconducting thin films and will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize detector performance

Job Summary

  • PsiQuantum's mission is to build the first useful quantum computers capable of delivering long-promised breakthroughs.
  • The role involves understanding, characterizing, and designing superconducting thin films for high efficiency photon detectors.
  • Responsibilities include performing data analysis, planning experiments, and collaborating with fabrication, characterization, and modeling teams.

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PsiQuantum is seeking a Research and Development Engineer to advance their work in fault-tolerant quantum computing, specifically focusing on the development of single-photon detectors. The ideal candidate will have expertise in superconducting thin films and will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize detector performance.

Salary

$160,000—$175,000 USD; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Superconducting thin films expertise
  • Single-photon detector design
  • Microscopic superconductivity analysis
  • Scalable analysis methods implementation
  • Thin-film characterization data analysis

Nice-to-have

  • Collaboration with theorists
  • Hands-on characterization experience
  • Superconducting thin-film growth experience

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • Exceptional candidates with B.S. and extensive relevant experience may be considered
  • Familiarity with BCS theory and/or GL theory
  • Experience with EELS, TEM, XRD, and cryo-STM
  • Experience with PVD, MBE thin-film growth techniques

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Not specified

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