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Staff Firmware Engineer

PsiQuantumPalo Alto, California, United States
On-site Full-time $180K/yr - $228K/yr

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Qualifications: Proficient in C/C++ programming languages. Experience with embedded systems and firmware development. Knowledge of quantum computing principles is a plus. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environment.

About the job

At PsiQuantum, we are on a groundbreaking mission to create the first truly functional quantum computers—systems capable of achieving the remarkable advancements that have long been anticipated in the field. Since our inception in 2016, we have dedicated ourselves to constructing and deploying million-qubit, fault-tolerant quantum systems.

Quantum computers leverage the principles of quantum mechanics to tackle challenges that even the most sophisticated supercomputers or AI cannot address. Their transformative potential will influence various sectors, including energy, pharmaceuticals, finance, agriculture, transportation, materials, and more.

Our architecture is built on silicon photonics, utilizing advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes in collaboration with partners like GlobalFoundries. This approach allows us to harness the high-volume production techniques that currently yield billions of chips for telecommunications and consumer electronics. Photonics provides innate advantages in scalability: photons resist heat, are immune to electromagnetic interference, and seamlessly integrate with existing cryogenic cooling and standard fiber-optic systems.

In 2024, PsiQuantum announced government-backed initiatives to establish our first utility-scale quantum computers in Brisbane, Australia, and Chicago, Illinois. These projects underscore the increasing acknowledgment of quantum computing as a pivotal force for strategic and economic advancement—now is the time for expansion.

Additionally, PsiQuantum is committed to developing the necessary algorithms and software to bring commercial value to these systems. Our application, software, and industry teams collaborate directly with leading Fortune 500 companies—including Lockheed Martin, Mercedes-Benz, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Mitsubishi Chemical—to prepare quantum solutions for impactful real-world applications.

Quantum computing is not merely an extension of classical computing; it signifies a fundamental transformation—a pathway to overcoming challenges that cannot be solved through any other means. The possibilities are vast, and we have a clear strategy to realize this potential.

Join us on this exciting journey!

About PsiQuantum

PsiQuantum is at the forefront of quantum computing innovation, striving to develop cutting-edge technology that will revolutionize industries. Our commitment to building scalable quantum systems positions us as leaders in this transformative field.

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