Silicon Photonics Design Engineer

PsiQuantum

Palo Alto, California, United States
On-site
Phd in electrical engineering or physics
5 years integrated photonics experience
Fiber-chip coupling expertise
PsiQuantum is building the first useful quantum computers using silicon photonics and advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes

Job Summary

  • PsiQuantum is building the first useful quantum computers using silicon photonics and advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes.
  • The role involves owning the full lifecycle of coupling device development, including simulation, layout, experiment design, and model closure.
  • Candidates must collaborate closely with foundry, packaging, and test teams to deliver robust packaging solutions for next-generation quantum hardware.

Matching Summary

PsiQuantum is building the first useful quantum computers using silicon photonics and advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in Electrical Engineering or Physics
  • 5 years integrated photonics experience
  • Fiber-chip coupling expertise
  • Python scientific computing proficiency
  • Lumerical or Tidy3D simulation tools
  • IPKISS or gdsfactory layout experience
  • Photonic packaging and assembly skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with automated high-volume measurements
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes
  • Ability to translate data into design improvements
  • Fast-paced startup environment adaptability

Key Requirements

  • PhD or equivalent degree required
  • ~5 years industrial or academic research experience
  • Working proficiency in software engineering best practices

Work Rights

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