PsiQuantum is seeking a Senior Photonics Engineer to develop ultra-low-loss optical interface solutions between dissimilar waveguiding platforms. The successful candidate will combine creativity in photonic device design with strong engineering judgement, identifying solutions that are both high-performing and practical to deploy.
Requirements
- PhD degree in photonics, optics, physics, engineering, or a related discipline
- Significant experience in photonic device development, guided-wave optics, optical coupling, or integrated optical interface design
- Strong understanding of mode conversion, mode control, and optical coupling between dissimilar waveguiding or photonic platforms
- Experience with simulation tools such as BeamPROP, FDTD, eigenmode, BPM, or related methods
- Proven ability to use simulation to guide device design choices and interpret behaviour in complex optical interfaces
- Hands-on experience designing and executing experiments to characterize optical coupling, insertion loss, and device performance
- Strong experimental judgement and ability to troubleshoot complex photonic or optical measurements
- Ability to assess technical feasibility while keeping practical implementation constraints in view
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with internal teams and external technical partners
Benefits
- Equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees
- Benefits for full time roles, including equity and benefits
