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Physical Scientist / Test Engineer

San Francisco Bay Area Hybrid💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-18 → 2026-09-25

Core

Testing and validation of novel hardware systems using experimental physics principles.

Role type

Physical Scientist / Test Engineer

Builds

Novel hardware systems

Domain

Experimental physics, quantum/optical measurements, electronics

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Test and measurement equipment operation, diagnostic and troubleshooting, data analysis and visualization, Python/Matlab, hands-on laboratory experience, independent work

Preferred skills

Experimental physics background, EE design and manufacturing, analog and digital electronics, board layout, soldering, AI tools proficiency

Technologies

Oscilloscopes, lock-in amplifiers, spectrum analyzers, PID controllers, Python, Matlab

Responsibilities

Operate test and measurement equipment, perform diagnostic and troubleshooting on hardware, maintain diligent records, analyze and visualize experimental data

Seniority

Individual Contributor

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