R&D Engineer - Integrated Photonics
PsiQuantum · Palo Alto, California, United States
Posted about 3 months ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 81 days PsiQuantum's roles stay open a median of 81 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of PsiQuantum's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at PsiQuantum
- high 72 stale, 3 reposted of 81 open
- Hiring momentum
- 108 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-23
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About this role
The R&D Engineer - Integrated Photonics at PsiQuantum will focus on characterizing and validating advanced photonic circuits for quantum computing. Daily tasks include designing and executing experiments to test optical circuits, analyzing results, developing automated workflows, and collaborating with design teams to enhance device performance. The role requires a strong experimental background in integrated optics and proficiency in Python for automation.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
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What you need
- PhD in Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- Strong experimental background in integrated optics and photonic circuit characterization
- Hands-on experience with key components such as directional couplers, interferometers (MZI/AMZI), and phase shifters
- Proficiency in Python for experiment automation and data analysis
- Experience working with complex optical measurement setups
What you get
- Eligible for equity and benefits
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of remote work options
- Base pay is subject to change and may be modified in the future
- Salary ranges provided but actual compensation may vary based on various factors
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Listed by PsiQuantum on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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