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Senior Engineer, PIC Design
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Quantum Computing Inc.
If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information. Location: Hoboken, NJ; Division: Technology; Department: Engineering. Reports to: CTO (Chief Technology Officer). AboutUs: Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company’s portfolio of core technology and products offers unique capabilities in high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and remote sensing applications. Position Summary We are seeking an experienced
Senior Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Engineer
to design, develop, and optimize integrated and packaged photonic devices oriented by market and internal quantum applications. This role will drive PIC technology from concept through scalable manufacturing, ensuring designs meet the demanding performance requirements of quantum applications. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with fabrication, test and market teams. Key Responsibilities
Design, simulate and optimize specific photonic components on TFLN platforms for customized and internal requirements. Use industry-standard simulation tools (e.g., Lumerical, Tidy3D, Photonforge, HFSS) for design verification. Pattern layout with our PDK, GDSfactory and Photonforge. Fabrication & Process Development
Optimize the fabrication process flows for customized design in collaboration with foundry partners and/or in-house facilities. Implement design-for-manufacturing (DFM) practices to improve yield and scalability. Collaboration
Collaborate with the fabrication team optimizing the PDK for foundry. Collaborate with the test team to analyze each fab run and iterate for next run. Required Qualifications
Ph.D. or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Applied Physics, Photonics, or related field. 5+ years of hands-on experience in PIC design and development, with at least 1 year in a senior role. Proven track record of taking PIC designs from concept to fabricated prototypes and production. Proficiency in simulation tools (e.g., Lumerical, Photonforge, Tidy3D, HFSS). Strong knowledge of waveguide theory, coupling mechanisms, electrical and photonic device physics. Experience working with semiconductor fabrication processes and foundry MPW programs. Preferred Qualifications
Experience in quantum photonic systems or related applications. Familiarity with hybrid photonic/electronic routing, integration and advanced packaging. Experience in yield improvement, process control, and manufacturability optimization. Key Attributes
Strategic thinker with the ability to balance near-term deliverables with long-term technology vision. Strong communication skills and the ability to influence across teams. Passion for innovation and pushing the limits of photonic technology. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Industries: Computer Hardware Manufacturing
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Senior Engineer, PIC Design
role at
Quantum Computing Inc.
If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information. Location: Hoboken, NJ; Division: Technology; Department: Engineering. Reports to: CTO (Chief Technology Officer). AboutUs: Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company’s portfolio of core technology and products offers unique capabilities in high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and remote sensing applications. Position Summary We are seeking an experienced
Senior Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) Engineer
to design, develop, and optimize integrated and packaged photonic devices oriented by market and internal quantum applications. This role will drive PIC technology from concept through scalable manufacturing, ensuring designs meet the demanding performance requirements of quantum applications. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with fabrication, test and market teams. Key Responsibilities
Design, simulate and optimize specific photonic components on TFLN platforms for customized and internal requirements. Use industry-standard simulation tools (e.g., Lumerical, Tidy3D, Photonforge, HFSS) for design verification. Pattern layout with our PDK, GDSfactory and Photonforge. Fabrication & Process Development
Optimize the fabrication process flows for customized design in collaboration with foundry partners and/or in-house facilities. Implement design-for-manufacturing (DFM) practices to improve yield and scalability. Collaboration
Collaborate with the fabrication team optimizing the PDK for foundry. Collaborate with the test team to analyze each fab run and iterate for next run. Required Qualifications
Ph.D. or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Applied Physics, Photonics, or related field. 5+ years of hands-on experience in PIC design and development, with at least 1 year in a senior role. Proven track record of taking PIC designs from concept to fabricated prototypes and production. Proficiency in simulation tools (e.g., Lumerical, Photonforge, Tidy3D, HFSS). Strong knowledge of waveguide theory, coupling mechanisms, electrical and photonic device physics. Experience working with semiconductor fabrication processes and foundry MPW programs. Preferred Qualifications
Experience in quantum photonic systems or related applications. Familiarity with hybrid photonic/electronic routing, integration and advanced packaging. Experience in yield improvement, process control, and manufacturability optimization. Key Attributes
Strategic thinker with the ability to balance near-term deliverables with long-term technology vision. Strong communication skills and the ability to influence across teams. Passion for innovation and pushing the limits of photonic technology. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Industries: Computer Hardware Manufacturing
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