Queracomputinginc

Laser Systems Engineer

Boston, MA, USA

Sponsorship not specified$128k-$208kDetected 23 days ago

LLMsThermal AnalysisSystems EngineeringMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

We consistently monitor external market data and update base salary ranges accordingly.
In addition to our base salary offerings, we also provide equity grants for all new hires.

Design and develop infrastructure-grade laser systems built for repeatability, modularity, and field serviceability - programmable optical engines with calibration-friendly architectures, integrated modulators, co-packaging approaches, and well-defined interfaces compatible with automated control and monitoring infrastructure
Evaluate emerging laser technologies and co-development partner systems for technical performance, integration readiness, and long-term scalability
Contribute to architecting the hosting infrastructure for quantum laser systems - meeting stringent requirements for vibration isolation, thermal stability, noise, and QPU integrability - and own build, integration, and validation across optical, electrical, and mechanical interface standards
Own physical installation and commissioning of laser systems within QPU platforms
manage technical handoffs with build, operations, and development teams
Operational Reliability & Support
Design and implement laser stabilization systems covering intensity, frequency, and phase noise - including servo loop design, locking architectures, and performance characterization
lead triage and root-cause analysis for unplanned downtime
Perform precision fiber alignment and implement automated fiber coupling systems
Own physical installation and commissioning of laser systems within QPU platforms; manage technical handoffs with build, operations, and development teams

Experience with laser systems, optical subsystems, or opto-mechanical integration in a precision or scientific instrumentation context
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, with clear written and verbal communication
B.S. or M.S. in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; equivalent hands-on experience will be considered
Strong experimental and troubleshooting skills, with a hands-on approach to engineering challenges in a fast-paced environment

Deep expertise in nonlinear optics, frequency conversion techniques, or high-power photonic systems
Experience with vibration isolation, thermal management, and mechanical integration of precision platforms
Prior experience in quantum computing, advanced photonics, or scientific instrumentation environments
Ph.D. in a relevant discipline (strongly preferred for R&D-focused roles)
Proven vendor co-development experience, from requirements definition through prototype and production
Background in AMO experiments or quantum systems
familiarity with how laser performance requirements arise from atomic physics constraints is a strong plus
We determine base compensation decisions on several factors, including as geographic placement, role-specific knowledge, skills, and/or experience.

We consistently monitor external market data and update base salary ranges accordingly.

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