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Senior High-Speed Photonics Engineer

PsiQuantumPalo Alto, California, United States
On-site Full-time $150K/yr - $202K/yr

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

We are looking for highly skilled individuals with a strong background in photonics engineering, quantum technology, or related fields. The ideal candidate will possess:A Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline. Extensive experience in high-speed photonics design and fabrication. Proficiency with semiconductor materials and processes. Strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for innovation in quantum technology. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.

About the job

At PsiQuantum, our mission is to revolutionize computing by creating the first practical quantum computers, machines that promise to achieve breakthroughs previously thought impossible. Since our inception in 2016, we have been dedicated to developing million-qubit, fault-tolerant quantum systems.

Quantum computers leverage the principles of quantum mechanics to tackle challenges far beyond the capabilities of even the most advanced supercomputers and AI systems. The implications of this technology will transform industries such as energy, pharmaceuticals, finance, agriculture, transportation, materials, and more.

Our innovative architecture is grounded in silicon photonics, utilizing advanced semiconductor manufacturing techniques. Collaborating with industry leaders like GlobalFoundries, we employ high-volume production processes that yield billions of chips for telecommunications and consumer electronics. Photonics presents remarkable scalability advantages: photons are unaffected by heat, immune to electromagnetic interference, and seamlessly integrate with existing cryogenic cooling and standard fiber-optic frameworks.

In 2024, PsiQuantum announced government-funded initiatives aimed at constructing our inaugural utility-scale quantum computers in Brisbane, Australia, and Chicago, Illinois. These projects underscore the growing acknowledgment of quantum computing's pivotal role in shaping the future and the urgency to scale our efforts.

Additionally, PsiQuantum is at the forefront of developing the algorithms and software necessary to enhance the commercial viability of these systems. Our teams collaborate directly with eminent Fortune 500 companies, including Lockheed Martin, Mercedes-Benz, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Mitsubishi Chemical, to ensure our quantum solutions deliver real-world impact.

Quantum computing signifies not merely an extension of classical computing but a profound paradigm shift that paves the way for solving complex challenges that defy traditional methods. The potential is vast, and we possess a clear roadmap to actualizing this promise.

Become a part of our groundbreaking journey.

About PsiQuantum

Founded in 2016, PsiQuantum is a pioneering force in the field of quantum computing, dedicated to building the world's first practical quantum computers. With a focus on silicon photonics and a commitment to industry collaboration, we aim to harness the power of quantum mechanics to solve complex problems and drive significant advancements across various sectors.

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