ZipRecruiter

Log In

Monarch Quantum

60 Monarch Quantum Principal Systems Engineer Jobs Hiring Near You

Monarch Quantum

Quantum Systems Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$165K - $200K/yr

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Quantum Systems Engineer. As we scale, you will be ... As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Monarch's comprehensive benefits package, which ...

Monarch Quantum

Quantum Systems Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$165K - $200K/yr

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Quantum Systems Engineer. As we scale, you will be ... As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Monarch's comprehensive benefits package, which ...

Monarch Quantum

Quantum Systems Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$165K - $200K/yr

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Quantum Systems Engineer. As we scale, you will be ... As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Monarch's comprehensive benefits package, which ...

Socket.dev

Principal Systems Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$140 - $190/hr

Whether we're turning mustard seeds into fuel, creating quantum algorithms, or making taxis fly ... Principal System Engineer to join our elite team that will innovate and create the new Thunderbolt ...

New

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsMonarch Quantum JobsMonarch Quantum Principal Systems Engineer Jobs

Monarch Quantum Jobs Information

What other companies are hiring for Principal Systems Engineer jobs?

Infographic showing various Principal Systems Engineer job openings at Monarch Quantum in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 90% Physical, and 10% Hybrid job distribution.

Senior Principal Quantum Photonics Systems Engineer

Monarch Quantum

San Diego, CA • On-site

$160K - $240K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Senior Principal Photonics Systems Engineer. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our foundation from the ground up. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for a self-starter who thrives in a fluid startup environment. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies, work closely with leadership, and develop and implement engineering practices that support our mission and growth. Your key responsibilities are as follows:

    • Provide technical leadership and system-level direction on the architecture, design, and integration of advanced laser systems for quantum technologies.
    • Define and guide the development of core photonics and control technologies, including laser stabilization, narrow linewidth sources, and low-noise electronic control systems.
    • Lead efforts to achieve ultra-low noise performance and exceptional reliability through rigorous design, modeling, and experimental validation.
    • Collaborate closely with optical, electronic, firmware, and mechanical engineers
    • Provide technical expertise to for the development of and maintenance system-level requirements, specifications, and performance validation protocols.
    • Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.
    • Contribute to strategic technology roadmaps and partner with leadership to align technical development with business goals.

Requirements

Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
  • Minimum 15 years of experience designing and testing complex photonic or laser-based systems.

Skills:

Demonstrated expertise in:

    • Narrow linewidth and frequency-stabilized laser systems
    • Low-noise electronic controls and servo systems
    • Optical system modeling, alignment, and noise analysis
  • Proven track record of architecting and delivering high-reliability photonic systems.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with demonstrated ability to drive technical decisions across teams.
  • Experience in quantum systems, precision metrology, or related emerging technologies is a strong plus.

Startup Mindset:

  • You're creative, flexible, and eager to wear multiple hats.
  • You're passionate about building systems from the ground up and comfortable with ambiguity and change.

Benefits

The expected annual salary range for this position is $160,000-$240,000.

As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Monarch’s comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Fidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer matching
  • 20 paid time off (PTO) days per year
  • 13 paid company holidays
  • 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)


Monarch is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state and local laws.