Senior Systems Design Engineer

Come join us. Job Summary The Senior Systems Design Engineer is a hands‑on role which drives and supports design and execution of electro‑optic systems. This engineer will work in the System Design team and collaborate cross‑functionally to design and deliver working boxes. Responsibilities Define design requirements for boxes to meet System Architecture system specifications. Lead the design, development, and qualification of boxes to meet these requirements. Work with cross‑functional teams to execute designs. Work as both the box design lead and TPM to deliver working box designs – requires excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Develop a deep understanding of system functionality, PIC and EIC functionality, thermal requirements, fiber network requirements in current and future systems. Define test specifications and work closely with Build Process and Validation teams. Python scripting, calling Controls SW APIs / drivers to control lab equipment and proprietary systems. Adapt to new challenges and develop new skills to suit the task at hand. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Experience / Qualifications Required: M.S. or Ph.D. in Physics, Optical or Electrical Engineering with 5+ years industry experience. 5+ years industry experience designing, validating, and testing electro‑optic systems. Expertise in cross‑functional product development. Experience designing fiber optic systems, working with photonic integrated circuits (PICs) and fiber networking. Successful delivery of electro‑optic products to production. Successful integration of products into complex systems. Experience working with optical test equipment including power meters, optical backscatter reflectometers (OBR), optical spectrum analyzer (OSA). Strong organizational skills, excellent communication skills, attention to detail and ability to multitask. Strong critical thinking, creative, innovative, analytical, and detail‑oriented problem‑solving skill. Ability to work independently with limited direction. Preferred Skills & Experience Experience with vacuum systems. Optical simulations. PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. PsiQuantum does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. U.S. Base Pay Range: $160,000—$180,000 USD Bay Area Pay Range: $183,000—$200,000 USD #J-18808-Ljbffr