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Senior Test Engineer – Single Photon Detectors

Senior Test Engineer – Single Photon Detectors

CompanyPsiQuantum
LocationPalo Alto, CA, USA
Salary$130000 – $180000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, physics, or a related field with 5+ years experience in a hardware test environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to independently identify and correct testing issues.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team.
  • Demonstrated organizational skill, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
  • Experience with electrical and/or radio-frequency test equipment (e.g. oscilloscopes, source-meter units, arbitrary waveform generators, etc.).
  • Proficiency in Python scripting.

Responsibilities

  • Manage planning and execution of high throughput cryogenic testing of single photon detectors.
  • Collaborate closely with design and fabrication engineers to understanding near- and long-term learning and development goals.
  • Prioritize and optimize in-house testing efforts based on an understanding of the detector R&D roadmap and measurement capabilities of our testing tools.
  • Develop test plans to validate the performance of single photon detectors, balancing the need for operational efficiency, fast learning cycles, and maximal learning.
  • Manage testing schedules for multiple cryogenic test stations to optimize throughput.
  • Analyze test data to ensure data quality and alignment with testing goals.
  • Maintain clear and accurate records of test procedures, observations, and results.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of test infrastructure and workflows, with opportunities to expand into data analysis, automation, and hardware development.
  • Engage in laboratory debug process when required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in an industry test and measurement setting.
  • Experience with project leadership.