Principal Photonics Design Methodology Engineer

PsiQuantum is seeking a Principal Photonics Design Methodology Engineer to serve as the technical owner/approver/trainer of our silicon development toolchain. This role will drive internal education and enablement across the IC chipset design, implementation, and verification organization.

Requirements

• Bachelors/Masters/PhD or other advanced degrees in Photonics, Physics, EE, Computer Science or related engineering fields
• 8+ years of experience in semiconductor design, implementation, or verification environments
• Experience in supporting multiple tapeouts
• Demonstrated ability to create technical documentation and deliver structured training
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences
• Experience managing EDA tool upgrades and validation processes
• Experience with instrument drivers and automation, and complex multi-instrument measurement systems
• Domain knowledge: expert level coder in Python
• Proven team player with an ability to work effectively across departments, sites, time zones
• Strong critical thinking, creative, innovative, analytical, and detail-oriented problem-solving skills
• Proven track record of impactful results
• Ability to work independently with limited direction
• Demonstrated ability to lead and juggle multiple priorities and deliver against a schedule
• Demonstrated interest in quantum computing
• Ability to contribute to a fast-paced start-up environment

Benefits

• Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits
• 401k Matching
• Generous Paid Time Off