As a Nonlinear Optics Fabrication Research Scientist, you'll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead lonQ on its journey to build the world's best quantum computers
Job Summary
As a Nonlinear Optics Fabrication Research Scientist, you'll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead lonQ on its journey to build the world's best quantum computers.
In this role, you will be deeply involved in the fabrication and testing of state-of-the-art photonic integrated circuits, with a primary focus on thin-film nonlinear optics platforms.
The approximate base salary range for this position is $126,887 - $166,127.
Matching Summary
As a Nonlinear Optics Fabrication Research Scientist, you'll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead lonQ on its journey to build the world's best quantum computers.
Salary
Base: $126,887 - $166,127; Bonus/Equity: Included; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Lithium niobate integrated photonics
Cleanroom fabrication environments
Lithography and etching processes
Fabricate and characterize photonic devices
Metrology and physical characterization
Nice-to-have
Periodic poling of lithium niobate
Transitioning in-house processes to foundries
Optical testing setups
Distributed quantum computing architectures
Key Requirements
PhD in electrical engineering, physics, materials science, or related field
Hands-on experience with lithium niobate integrated photonics
Deep expertise in lithography and etching processes
Work Rights
Must be a U.S. Person for export controls and government contracts work