Boston, MA · On-site
Quantum Photonics Engineer About Qunett Qunett is developing the foundational hardware layer for quantum networking. Our mission is to build scalable, field-deployable quantum networks through solid ...
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Boston, MA · On-site
Quantum Photonics Engineer About Qunett Qunett is developing the foundational hardware layer for quantum networking. Our mission is to build scalable, field-deployable quantum networks through solid ...
Boston, MA · On-site
Quantum Photonics Engineer About Qunett Qunett is developing the foundational hardware layer for quantum networking. Our mission is to build scalable, field-deployable quantum networks through solid ...
Boston, MA · On-site
Quantum Photonics Engineer About Qunett Qunett is developing the foundational hardware layer for quantum networking. Our mission is to build scalable, field-deployable quantum networks through solid ...
Boston, MA · On-site
$80 - $120/hr
Quantum Photonics Engineer About Qunett Qunett is developing the foundational hardware layer for quantum networking. Our mission is to build scalable, field-deployable quantum networks through solid ...
Boston, MA · On-site
$80 - $120/hr
Quantum Photonics Engineer About Qunett Qunett is developing the foundational hardware layer for quantum networking. Our mission is to build scalable, field-deployable quantum networks through solid ...
Hampton, VA · On-site
Silicon Photonics Engineer Psionic, Inc is a startup focused on lidar sensors and navigation systems for autonomous vehicles. We value our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work ...
Hampton, VA · On-site
Silicon Photonics Engineer Psionic, Inc is a startup focused on lidar sensors and navigation systems for autonomous vehicles. We value our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work ...
Hampton, VA · On-site
Silicon Photonics Engineer Psionic, Inc is a startup focused on lidar sensors and navigation systems for autonomous vehicles. We value our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work ...
Hampton, VA · On-site
Silicon Photonics Engineer Psionic, Inc is a startup focused on lidar sensors and navigation systems for autonomous vehicles. We value our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work ...
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$166K - $319K/yr
The Silicon Photonics Product Line is seeking a highly motivated and experienced photonics engineer for the Advanced Photonics team that is focused on driving the definition and realization of next ...
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$166K - $319K/yr
The Silicon Photonics Product Line is seeking a highly motivated and experienced photonics engineer for the Advanced Photonics team that is focused on driving the definition and realization of next ...
$128K - $208K/yr
Contribute across photonics workflow: device design, simulation, layout, test, and system-level experiments. * Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and quantum scientists to ...
$128K - $208K/yr
Contribute across photonics workflow: device design, simulation, layout, test, and system-level experiments. * Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and quantum scientists to ...
Boston, MA · On-site
$128K - $208K/yr
Contribute across photonics workflow: device design, simulation, layout, test, and system-level experiments. * Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and quantum scientists to ...
Boston, MA · On-site
$128K - $208K/yr
Contribute across photonics workflow: device design, simulation, layout, test, and system-level experiments. * Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and quantum scientists to ...
New York, NY · On-site
$166K - $319K/yr
The Silicon Photonics Product Line is seeking a highly motivated and experienced photonics engineer for the Advanced Photonics team that is focused on driving the definition and realization of next ...
New York, NY · On-site
$166K - $319K/yr
The Silicon Photonics Product Line is seeking a highly motivated and experienced photonics engineer for the Advanced Photonics team that is focused on driving the definition and realization of next ...
Malta, NY · On-site
$166K - $319K/yr
The Silicon Photonics Product Line is seeking a highly motivated and experienced photonics engineer for the Advanced Photonics team that is focused on driving the definition and realization of next ...
Malta, NY · On-site
$166K - $319K/yr
The Silicon Photonics Product Line is seeking a highly motivated and experienced photonics engineer for the Advanced Photonics team that is focused on driving the definition and realization of next ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$166K - $319K/yr
The Silicon Photonics Product Line is seeking a highly motivated and experienced photonics engineer for the Advanced Photonics team that is focused on driving the definition and realization of next ...
Austin, TX · On-site
$166K - $319K/yr
The Silicon Photonics Product Line is seeking a highly motivated and experienced photonics engineer for the Advanced Photonics team that is focused on driving the definition and realization of next ...
Rome, NY · On-site
$75K - $95K/yr
Integrated Photonics Engineer I Position Details Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000 annually. Location (Non-Negotiable): This is an on-site, full-time exempt ...
Rome, NY · On-site
$75K - $95K/yr
Integrated Photonics Engineer I Position Details Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000 annually. Location (Non-Negotiable): This is an on-site, full-time exempt ...
Rome, NY · On-site
$75K - $95K/yr
Integrated Photonics Engineer I Position Details Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000 annually. Location (Non-Negotiable): This is an on-site, full-time exempt, entry-level role based in Rome, NY, with work ...
Rome, NY · On-site
$75K - $95K/yr
Integrated Photonics Engineer I Position Details Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000 annually. Location (Non-Negotiable): This is an on-site, full-time exempt, entry-level role based in Rome, NY, with work ...
$75K - $95K/yr
Integrated Photonics Engineer I Position Details Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000 annually. Location (Non-Negotiable): This is an on-site, full-time exempt, entry-level role based in Rome, NY, with work ...
$75K - $95K/yr
Integrated Photonics Engineer I Position Details Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000 annually. Location (Non-Negotiable): This is an on-site, full-time exempt, entry-level role based in Rome, NY, with work ...
Hampton, VA · On-site
We are adding a motivated Silicon Photonics Engineer to join our small, fast-moving team and help take photonic integrated circuits from concept to silicon. The successful candidate will be ...
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Hampton, VA · On-site
We are adding a motivated Silicon Photonics Engineer to join our small, fast-moving team and help take photonic integrated circuits from concept to silicon. The successful candidate will be ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$100 - $150/hr
Job Summary We are seeking a creative and hands‑on Silicon Photonics Engineer to drive the design and implementation of next‑generation photonic integrated circuits. This role spans the full ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$100 - $150/hr
Job Summary We are seeking a creative and hands‑on Silicon Photonics Engineer to drive the design and implementation of next‑generation photonic integrated circuits. This role spans the full ...
Redmond, WA · On-site
Photonics Engineer III Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop complete Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs), from fundamental component blocks to full-circuit implementations, with a strong ...
Redmond, WA · On-site
Photonics Engineer III Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop complete Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs), from fundamental component blocks to full-circuit implementations, with a strong ...
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$122K - $168K/yr
The Sr Photonics Engineer will be responsible for conceiving and implementing experimental testing plans and identifying photonic design changes to continue to push the performance of Anello ...
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$122K - $168K/yr
The Sr Photonics Engineer will be responsible for conceiving and implementing experimental testing plans and identifying photonic design changes to continue to push the performance of Anello ...
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$150K - $170K/yr
Key Responsibilities Photonics Engineering • Design and simulate photonic circuits, waveguides, resonators, and interferometers. • Develop optical interconnects and signal-routing subsystems. • ...
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$150K - $170K/yr
Key Responsibilities Photonics Engineering • Design and simulate photonic circuits, waveguides, resonators, and interferometers. • Develop optical interconnects and signal-routing subsystems. • ...
Lafayette, CO · On-site
$110 - $125/hr
The Photonics Engineer II is responsible for driving innovation in applications and systems development for photonics products, with a focus on high‑performance optical cavities and locking ...
Lafayette, CO · On-site
$110 - $125/hr
The Photonics Engineer II is responsible for driving innovation in applications and systems development for photonics products, with a focus on high‑performance optical cavities and locking ...
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As a photonics engineer, you work with photo energy and technology to create new products and improve existing goods, such as barcode scanners, lasers, and fiber optics. Research and development are your primary responsibilities, but your other job duties include creating design plans for product innovations, testing and revising prototypes, determining solutions for existing issues, and seeking cost-effective alternatives for current technology. You need strong scientific and mathematical reasoning along with computer skills to perform well as a photonics engineer.
| Aspect | Photonics Engineer | Optical Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's or Master's in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related fields; certifications in photonics are a plus | Bachelor's or Master's in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related fields; similar certifications |
| Work Environment | Research labs, manufacturing facilities, tech companies focusing on laser, fiber optics, and photonic devices | Research labs, manufacturing, telecommunications, and defense sectors working with optical systems |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Companies developing laser systems, fiber optics, photonic sensors, and integrated photonic circuits | Organizations involved in optical communication, imaging systems, and optical component design |
Photonics Engineers and Optical Engineers share similar educational backgrounds and work environments, often collaborating on optical systems. However, Photonics Engineers typically focus more on the development and application of photonic devices and systems, while Optical Engineers may concentrate more on optical system design and integration. Both roles are vital in industries like telecommunications, defense, and research.
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About Qunett
Qunett is developing the foundational hardware layer for quantum networking. Our mission is to build scalable, field-deployable quantum networks through solid-state quantum memory and networking technologies designed to operate beyond the laboratory and integrate directly with real-world infrastructure. At Qunett, physicists and engineers work hands-on with diamond-based quantum devices, photonics, cryogenic systems, and control electronics to translate fundamental quantum capabilities into practical networked hardware. This is a ground-floor opportunity to help shape how quantum systems communicate, scale, and drive the next generation of secure communication, distributed sensing, and quantum computing. As an early-stage company actively building out its quantum memory and photonics teams, Qunett seeks physicists and engineers who bring technical range, adaptability, and readiness to contribute across disciplines as the technology and team evolve.
Work Location
This is a full-time, onsite position based in Boston, MA.
About the role
Qunett is seeking a Photonics Engineer to contribute to the photonics team building entangled photon sources and quantum frequency conversion systems. This role is highly hands-on, focused on designing, assembling, and characterizing low-noise, phase-coherent, quantum frequency conversion modules for qubit exchange between telecom and visible wavelengths. Efficient methods of bandwidth exchange between broadband photons from SPDC and narrowband light appropriate for color-center qubits will be essential. Free-space implementation and/or integrated photonics approaches are envisioned. This role will focus on nonlinear optics and quantum frequency conversion within the broader photonics efforts at Qunett.
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