PsiQuantum · 2 days ago
Principal, Electro-Optics System Engineer
Milpitas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$230K/yr - $240K/yr
10+ years expPsiQuantum is on a mission to build the first useful quantum computers, focusing on delivering breakthroughs in foundational industries. The Principal Electro-Optics Systems Engineer will lead the design and execution of fiber optic systems, ensuring the development and productization of optical networks for large quantum systems.
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Responsibilities
Technical Lead of full optical design and distribution network for large systems & multiple systems
Own, define & develop design requirements and document requirements for system level behaviors
Work effectively with cross functional team: quantum architect, electronics, mechanical and thermal teams and assess how to negotiate for tradeoffs and meet requirements
Work with vendors and evaluate advanced fiber optic components, and qualify such components for use in quantum computing applications
Assess how to push technical boundaries to meet tight optical specs (optical loss and thermal stability)
Lead & execute designs, development , debug for optical communication for racks
Lead build and test prototypes, maintain a BOM
Lead validation tests plans & deliver proof of concept to productization, working closely with the system build and validation team
Deliver electro-optical network for full quantum systems in a fast paced environment
Some Python scripting, calling Controls SW APIs / drivers to control lab equipment and proprietary systems
Write and maintain documentation of system performance
Clear communication and technical lead engineer teams
Qualification
Required
M.S. or PhD in Physics, Optical or Electrical Engineering with 10+ years industry experience
>5+ years experience designing, validating and testing optical systems
Expertise in cross-functional product development
Systems experience working with complex products
Experience designing fiber optic systems, working with photonic integrated circuits (PICs), fiber networking
Experience working with optical test equipment including power meters, optical backscatter reflectometers (OBR), optical spectrum analyzer (OSA)
Experience working with instrumentation used in the photonics and/or the electronics industry
Experience with software controls in Python
Experience developing test methods and optimization, tuning algorithms
Experience in product lifecycles, transitioning from R&D to product development
Strong organizational skills, excellent communication skills, attention to detail and ability to multitask
Strong critical thinking, creative, innovative, analytical, and detail oriented problem-solving skill
Ability to lead and work in a fast paced environment & collaborate with cross functional team
Preferred
Industry experience with electro-optics systems
Industry experience with optical systems in vacuum
Managed and lead on how to do large optical routing and management
Understanding of photonics & non-linear optics, thermal stability
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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