Head of Photonics
QuEra Computing, Inc.Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Posted October 28, 2025
170000 - 255000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
No company description available.
Job Description
We are seeking a Head of Photonics to lead the company’s photonics strategy and execution across research, development, and deployment.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optics, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in PIC design and development, including modeling, simulation, layout, and fabrication.
- 5+ years of experience working with quantum systems or complex optical control systems, including test and integration.
- Demonstrated experience leading R&D programs involving photonic platforms.
- Strong expertise in simulation and design tools (e.g., Lumerical, COMSOL, KLayout, IPKISS).
- Proficiency with optical alignment, laser systems, fiber optics, and optical metrology.
- Programming background in Python for experimental control and automation.
- Proven leadership experience managing technical teams and delivering complex hardware systems.
- Strong communication and project management skills across scientific, engineering, and executive stakeholders.
Benefits
- Equity grants
- 401k Matching
- Paid Time Off