Quantum Systems Architect

Company: black.ai
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

We believe quantum computing will change everything. It will have the power to transform the foundations of giant industries that rely on intensive computation. PsiQuantum is on a mission to build the world's first useful quantum computer, capable of delivering these transformative results. We know that means it will need 1 million qubits, error correction, a scalable architecture and a data center footprint.By harnessing the laws of quantum physics, quantum computers can provide exponential performance increases over today's most powerful supercomputers, offering the potential for extraordinary advances across a broad range of industries including climate, energy, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, finance, agriculture, transportation, materials design, and many more.PsiQuantum is uniquely positioned to deliver on the promise of quantum computing years earlier than our competitors. Our architecture is based on photonics which gives us the ability to produce our components using existing high-volume semiconductor manufacturing processes, the same processes that are today producing billions of chips for telecom and consumer electronics applications. Since photons don't feel heat, we can take advantage of existing cryogenic cooling systems, the kind that have been operating at facilities like the Stanford Linear Accelerator (SLAC). And because photons are in fact light, they can move between subsystems at tremendous speed using standard fiber connectivity.Our team is building a utility scale quantum computer and the software tools needed to build fault tolerant quantum applications. We're a highly motivated and collaborative group focused on a singular goal - building the world's first useful quantum computer on the fastest path possible.There's much more work to be done and we are looking for exceptional talent to join us on this extraordinary journey!Job Summary:Our system architecture team sits at the interface of hardware development, manufacturing, and the quantum architecture to design the first fault-tolerant quantum computer. We are looking for a quantum system architect to join the team. This is an individual contributor role involving close collaboration with all of PsiQuantum's technical teams with a focus on analysis, evaluation and improvement of architectural design.Responsibilities:

• Extract predictive models and perform analysis of architectural performance across multiple system views.
• Design functionality and determine requirements for quantum aspects of the full system architecture.
• Develop methodologies for evaluating implementation concepts and determining their feasibility.
• Work closely with photonics, electronics, systems and architecture teams to capture a consistent, data-driven description of the system architecture.Experience/Qualifications:
  • Master's degree or equivalent in EE, Physics, Computer Science or related field. PhD preferred.
  • Ability to work effectively in a new area designing a first-of-its-kind system architecture.
  • Ability to work across domains and collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary technical teams.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Working knowledge of quantum computing/quantum mechanics preferred.
  • Familiarity with systems engineering concepts preferred.
  • Experience programming in Python preferred.PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. PsiQuantum does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws.Note: PsiQuantum will only reach out to you using an official PsiQuantum email address and will never ask you for bank account information as part of the interview process. Please report any suspicious activity to .We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.Salary Information:The range below reflects the minimum and maximum target range for new hire base salary across all US locations. Actual compensation may vary outside of this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to a candidate's qualifications including relevant education and training, competencies, experience, geographic location, and business needs. Base pay is only one part of the total compensation package. Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits. Base pay is subject to change and may be modified in the future.For a fully qualified candidate, the expected base pay range is:Base Pay Range: $131,000 - $175,000 USD
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