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[Remote] Photonic Design Engineer

Work from home Full-time role Hiring

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. PsiQuantum is focused on building the first useful quantum computers. The Photonic Design Engineer will support design, validation, and data analysis for PIC development activities, with a key role in developing integrated photodetectors.

Responsibilities

  • PIC wafer-level data analysis and yield analysis
  • Integrated photonic component design and modeling
  • Circuit level simulation and layout
  • Packaged PIC validation and collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Photodetector development including component design, test support and validation/qualification

Skills

  • Ph.D. in electrical engineering, optical engineering, or closely related field or M.S with industry experience in integrated photonics or semiconductor device development
  • Strong foundation in integrated photonics device physics including passive and active devices
  • Proficient in photonic component and circuit simulation tools (e.g. Lumerical MODE, FDTD, Interconnect or equivalent)
  • Strong programming, data analysis, and visualization skills using Python based environments
  • Hands-on experience with PIC layout and tape-out for leading silicon photonics foundries
  • Prior experience in integrated photodetector design and characterization including device modeling and experimental evaluation of key performance metrics

Benefits

  • Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits.

Company Overview

  • PsiQuantum focuses on developing a scalable quantum computer using photonic qubits. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.psiquantum.com.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • PsiQuantum has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 5 in 2026, 12 in 2025, 10 in 2024, 4 in 2023, 7 in 2022, 15 in 2021, 5 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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