CareerPlan

Manager, Quantum Systems Validation

Milpitas, California, United StatesFull-time2026-10-01 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead a focused team to validate the performance of fully integrated quantum subsystems (photonic, optic, cryogenic, electronic, electro-optical, firmware, software) for a datacenter-sized, fault-tolerant quantum computer.

Role type

Manager, Quantum Systems Validation

Builds

Prototype subsystems for a million-qubit, fault-tolerant quantum computer

Domain

Quantum computing / Silicon photonics

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Team leadership, project management, quantum optics, quantum characterization, verification, and validation, integrated silicon photonics, mixed-signal analog RF electronics design and test, electro-optical device design and test, system integration testing, cross-functional communication

Preferred skills

Experience in fast-paced startup environments, ability to work across departments and time zones

Technologies

Silicon photonics, cryogenic systems, fiber-optic infrastructure, firmware, software

Responsibilities

Manage validation team including technical oversight and talent management; Develop and execute validation and verification plans; Plan and execute system integration tests for hardware, firmware, and software; Lead definition and documentation of calibration, self-test, and diagnostic functions; Provide cross-functional support for design-for-test requirements and debugging; Lead assessment of subsystem in situ performance evaluation

Seniority

Manager, hands-on IC with team leadership