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Infleqtion · 5 months ago

Integrated Photonics Staff Engineer

Louisville, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$140K/yr - $170K/yr

5+ years exp

Infleqtion is at the forefront of the rapidly evolving quantum systems industry, pioneering the commercialization of Quantum Systems using Neutral Atoms. They are seeking an Integrated Photonics Staff Engineer to establish the integrated photonics team, collaborating with Quantum Systems teams and working on the design and testing of Silicon Photonics PIC-based devices.

ElectronicsManufacturingMechanical DesignMechanical EngineeringQuantum Computing

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Quantum Systems teams on Integrated Photonics opportunities

Design photonic components (lasers, modulators, passive devices, etc.)

Design and layout Silicon Photonics PICs

Work with foundry partners for PIC fabrication

Collaborate with III-V Gain Chip suppliers for gain elements

Partner with packaging companies to integrate gain and package devices

Conduct lab testing of PIC based devices, including hands-on and automated testing

Characterize lasers, including DC measurements, frequency noise (FN) and relative intensity noise (RIN)

Characterize modulated laser systems, measuring high-speed waveforms, and developing measurement setups

Evaluate micro-combs and PIC-based devices for miniature frequency combs

Assess PIC-based approaches for addressing atoms in quantum systems

Qualification

Integrated photonicsSilicon Photonics PICsPhotonics simulation techniquesQuantum systems experienceCommercial design softwareCollaboration skillsAdaptability

Required

PhD in Electrical Engineering or Physics is preferred, with 5+ years' experience developing PIC based devices for relevant systems (quantum, telecom, etc.). Candidates with different levels of experience will be considered for positions that match their qualifications

Advanced proficiency in photonics simulation techniques (EME, FDTD, FEM, BPM, etc.) and hands-on experience with commercial design/simulation and layout software (Lumerical, Synopsys, etc.)

Ability to quickly grasp and navigate complex technical concepts

Strong adaptability and comfort working within a dynamic, collaborative, matrixed environment