Photonics Engineer

Overview In this role you will help accelerate photonic chip development for large-scale neutral-atom quantum computers by building AI-driven component pipelines and leading tapeouts of high-performance photonic components. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to translate design constraints into faster, reliable devices and integrate photonics into complete quantum systems. This position combines design, simulation, layout, and experimental validation to shape scalable quantum hardware. Compensation / Benefitsequity grants for new hirescompetitive base salary within market rangeopportunity to work on cutting-edge quantum hardwarediversity and inclusion-focused culture ResponsibilitiesLead tapeouts of high-performance photonic and optoelectronic components and circuitsOwn and build AI-driven component development pipelines, with initial focus on layoutCollaborate with foundry partners through design–fab–test cycles to converge on working devicesContribute across photonics workflow: device design, simulation, layout, test, and system-level experimentsWork closely with engineers and quantum scientists to integrate photonic components into quantum computing systems Key requirementsMaster's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field, or 4+ years of PIC experienceDeep understanding of PIC workflows from simulation to experimentationStrong Python skills and track record automating engineering tasks, including with AI toolsEnthusiasm for photonic design automation, large-scale layout design, high-volume photonics testing, or photonic systems controlProven technical impact evidenced by publications, patents, or shipped productscollaboration with cross-functional teamsstrong problem-solving and initiativeopenness to rapid iteration and feedback cyclesphotonic integrated circuits (PIC) workflowssimulation and layout toolsAI/ML for design or optimization