PsiQuantum · 11 hours ago
Senior Design Enablement Engineer
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $175K/yr
5+ years expPsiQuantum is developing a silicon photonics technology platform for a commercially viable quantum computer. The Design Enablement Engineer will support the development of new silicon photonic products, focusing on design rule creation, DRC checks, and engineering support for the foundry.
ComputerHardwareQuantum ComputingSemiconductorSoftware
Responsibilities
Execute new and updated design rules for photonics dies
Act as a technical liaison between PsiQ's photonic design and reliability teams and the foundry
Evaluate interactions among layout, design, technology, and fabrication
Review DRC waiver requests, conduct technical risk assessments, and ensure proper documentation and approvals
Plan and support the execution of engineering samples for system builds
Contribute to product qualification activities, assisting in debugging and resolving technology/process issues
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or related field preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience in semiconductor or EDA technologies
Proven track record in executing complex cross-department projects and working with leading-edge semiconductor technologies
Strong domain knowledge in process development, design manual creation, design rules, and DRC setup; expertise in new product technology development and reliability/qualification test site development
Effective team player with the ability to collaborate across departments, sites, and time zones
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, adaptable to diverse audiences
Strong critical thinking, creativity, innovation, analytical, and detail-oriented problem-solving skills
Highly focused, self-motivated, and capable of working independently with minimal guidance
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Genuine interest in quantum computing
Able to thrive in a fast-paced start-up environment
Benefits
Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits.
Company
PsiQuantum
PsiQuantum focuses on developing a scalable quantum computer using photonic qubits.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.3BKey Investors
OGBC GroupBlackRockAtomico
2026-01-21Series Unknown
2025-09-10Series E· $1B
2025-05-30Series Unknown· $22M
Leadership Team
Peter Shadbolt
Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer
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