PsiQuantum · 1 day ago
Principal Hardware Design Engineer
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$240K/yr - $260K/yr
8+ years expPsiQuantum is focused on building the first useful quantum computers. The Principal Hardware Design Engineer will support the Electronics team by owning hardware designs integral to the quantum computer's system and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet system architecture requirements.
ComputerHardwareQuantum ComputingSemiconductorSoftware
Responsibilities
Design, create schematics, and oversee PCB layout of analog and digital circuitry consisting of but not limited to high-speed transceivers, 10+ Gbps electrical and optical data links, FPGA's, microcontrollers, clock distribution, and power distribution
Ensure signal integrity and EMI suppression is accounted for in all designs
Design and create test set-ups for testing of electro-optic modules
Characterize, optimize, and debug analog, digital, and electro-optic circuitry using equipment such as mixed signal & sampling oscilloscopes, vector network analyzers, signal generators, multimeters, DC power supplies
Develop software to drive measurements
Analyze data and extract key performance parameters
Maintain detailed documentation of hardware designs, test results, and design changes
Qualification
Required
12 years of experience with a Master Degree
8-15 years of experience with a B.S. Degree
Results oriented
Delivers on commitments
Attention to detail
Data-driven in decision-making
Strong problem-solving skills
Proven team player with an ability to work effectively across departments, sites, time zones in direct and matrix team environments
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences ranging from senior leadership and technical experts to entry-level staff
Design, create schematics, and oversee PCB layout of analog and digital circuitry consisting of but not limited to high-speed transceivers, 10+ Gbps electrical and optical data links, FPGA's, microcontrollers, clock distribution, and power distribution
Ensure signal integrity and EMI suppression is accounted for in all designs
Design and create test set-ups for testing of electro-optic modules
Characterize, optimize, and debug analog, digital, and electro-optic circuitry using equipment such as mixed signal & sampling oscilloscopes, vector network analyzers, signal generators, multimeters, DC power supplies
Develop software to drive measurements
Analyze data and extract key performance parameters
Maintain detailed documentation of hardware designs, test results, and design changes
Software tools: Orcad Schematic Capture and Allegro PCB Layout, C++, Python, RTL (VHDL or Verilog), Keysight PathWave ADS, Microsoft Office
Benefits
Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits.
Company
PsiQuantum
PsiQuantum focuses on developing a scalable quantum computer using photonic qubits.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.3BKey Investors
BlackRockAtomicoFounders Fund
2025-09-10Series E· $1B
2025-05-30Series Unknown· $22M
2024-11-05Secondary Market
Leadership Team
Peter Shadbolt
Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer
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