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Staff Firmware Engineer

PsiQuantum
Stanford, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025

We believe quantum computing will change everything. It will have the power to transform the foundations of giant industries that rely on intensive computation. PsiQuantum is on a mission to build the world's first useful quantum computer, capable of delivering these transformative results. We know that means it will need 1 million qubits, error correction, a scalable architecture and a data center footprint.

By harnessing the laws of quantum physics, quantum computers can provide exponential performance increases over today's most powerful supercomputers, offering the potential for extraordinary advances across a broad range of industries including climate, energy, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, finance, agriculture, transportation, materials design, and many more.

PsiQuantum is uniquely positioned to deliver on the promise of quantum computing years earlier than our competitors. Our architecture is based on photonics which gives us the ability to produce our components using existing high-volume semiconductor manufacturing processes, the same processes that are today producing billions of chips for telecom and consumer electronics applications. Since photons don't feel heat, we can take advantage of existing cryogenic cooling systems, the kind that have been operating at facilities like the Stanford Linear Accelerator (SLAC). And because photons are in fact light, they can move between subsystems at tremendous speed using standard fiber connectivity.

Our team is building a utility scale quantum computer and the software tools needed to build fault tolerant quantum applications. We're a highly motivated and collaborative group focused on a singular goal - building the world's first useful quantum computer on the fastest path possible.

There's much more work to be done and we are looking for exceptional talent to join us on this extraordinary journey!

Job Summary :

The mission of PsiQuantum's Principal Firmware Engineering role is to contribute to the development of robust and scalable firmware solutions which are integral to the underlying quantum computer system. This engineer will collaborate with hardware, systems, control software, and validation teams.

Responsibilities :

  • Collaborate with the hardware and architecture teams to define systems architecture, design, and components selection.
  • Design and develop firmware for quantum computing controls systems.
  • Contribute technical leadership and expertise to the firmware team.

Experience / Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years hand-on firmware development and architecture experience leading to a successful commercial product.

    Skills

  • Experience architecting solutions for multiple products and / or sets of control boards.
  • Expert level firmware development in C / C .
  • Intermediate or advanced Python for control and test interfaces.
  • Familiarity with build systems, version control, and test driven development.
  • Schematic review and hardware debugging tools and techniques.
  • RTOS, bare metal, and linux development experience.
  • Communications protocol development and TCP / IP protocol implementations.
  • Qualities

  • Results oriented.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Data driven in decision making.
  • Strong problem solving skills.
  • Adaptability and flexibility in a fast paced development environment.
  • Ability to work cross functionally with hardware, design, manufacturing, and validation teams.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences ranging from senior leadership and technical experts to entry-level staff.
  • 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.

    Note : PsiQuantum will only reach out to you using an official PsiQuantum email address and will never ask you for bank account information as part of the interview process. Please report any suspicious activity to recruiting@psiquantum.com

    We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.

    The range below reflects the minimum and maximum target range for new hire base salary across all US locations. Actual compensation may vary outside of this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to a candidate's qualifications including relevant education and training, competencies, experience, geographic location, and business needs. Base pay is only one part of the total compensation package. Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits. Base pay is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

    For a fully qualified candidate, the expected base pay range is :

    Base Pay Range

    190,000-$230,000 USD

    Salary : $190,000 - $230,000

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