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PsiQuantum · 22 hours ago

Senior Photon Detector Model and Design

positionPalo Alto, California, United States
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$160K/yr - $180K/yr
date3+ years exp

PsiQuantum is focused on building the first useful quantum computers capable of delivering significant breakthroughs. The role involves leading key aspects of detector design and layout optimization with a strong emphasis on physics-informed modeling, simulation, and data analysis of high-speed superconducting and cryogenic systems.

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Responsibilities

Strong background in programming to build data analysis infrastructure and detector design layout
Drive superconducting model-experimental closure by mapping superconducting model & simulation results to experimental data, incl. error analysis
Development of physics-based and electronic predictive models of the detectors
Superconducting detectors design
Performing data analysis and development data analysis algorithms
Collaboration with experimental, design, process, photonics, and systems teams to understand the design and system-level constraints
Continuous survey of literature on superconducting detectors

Qualification

Superconducting detectors designPhysics-based modelingData analysis algorithmsPython programmingExperimental characterizationError analysisLiterature surveyCollaboration skills

Required

PHD in physics, engineering, other relevant
3+ years post doc or other RnD experience
Strong programming experience in python
Strong background in programming to build data analysis infrastructure and detector design layout
Drive superconducting model-experimental closure by mapping superconducting model & simulation results to experimental data, incl. error analysis
Development of physics-based and electronic predictive models of the detectors
Superconducting detectors design
Performing data analysis and development data analysis algorithms
Collaboration with experimental, design, process, photonics, and systems teams to understand the design and system-level constraints
Continuous survey of literature on superconducting detectors

Benefits

Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits.

Company

PsiQuantum

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PsiQuantum focuses on developing a scalable quantum computer using photonic qubits.
dateFounded in 2016
location
Palo Alto, California, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
https://www.psiquantum.com

H1B Sponsorship

PsiQuantum has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (12)
2024 (10)
2023 (4)
2022 (7)
2021 (15)
2020 (5)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$2.3B
Key Investors
OGBC GroupBaillie Gifford,BlackRock,Temasek HoldingsAustralian Government,Queensland Government
2026-01-21Series Unknown
2025-09-10Series E· $1B
2025-05-30Series Unknown· $22M

Leadership Team

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Peter Shadbolt
Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer

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