Principal Power Systems Architect, Quantum Infrastructure
Core
Design and define the electrical foundation for large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computing facilities, ensuring power integrity and noise mitigation for sensitive silicon photonics hardware.
Role type
Principal Power Systems Architect (Quantum Infrastructure)
Builds
Utility-scale quantum computing data centers and supporting power infrastructure
Domain
Quantum Computing / Silicon Photonics / High-Performance Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
electrical power architecture, power distribution systems, grounding and bonding, EMI/EMC mitigation, harmonic distortion analysis, UPS architecture, AC-DC power conversion, power quality management, facility electrical design, noise suppression strategies
Preferred skills
data center power distribution, cryogenic facility infrastructure, semiconductor manufacturing environments
Technologies
switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, isolation transformers, surge protection, shielding techniques, fiber-optic infrastructure
Responsibilities
Develop top-level specifications for facility electrical power systems supporting quantum computing hardware; Analyze and mitigate electrical noise, harmonic distortion, and EMI impacts on sensitive systems; Define grounding, bonding, shielding, and cable management strategies across the facility; Establish architectural guidance for segregation and isolation of noisy and sensitive loads; Evaluate and specify power conditioning approaches including filters and harmonic mitigation; Define UPS architecture and operating strategy for different load classes; Partner with electronics teams to provide equipment-level input derived from facility power conditions; Support system-level trade studies involving efficiency, reliability, and power integrity.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic architectural direction