Senior Pathfinding Nanofabrication Engineer

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Senior Pathfinding Nanofabrication Engineer is responsible for pioneering and validating new techniques to create Photonic’s next generation of silicon-based qubits. This role serves as the bridge between external vendors, process development, and in‑house implementation, ensuring that novel workflows are fully integrated into our process with high reproducibility and yield. As a team player with an in-depth understanding of semiconductor device fabrication, you will spend time in a cleanroom environment, as well as collaborating daily with a diverse, multi‑disciplinary group of engineers, scientists, and other technical team members.

• Develop routines and processes to fabricate Photonic's next generation of chips. Processes are diverse and may include ion implantation, photo- and electron-beam lithography, wet and plasma processing, material deposition, wafer thinning, dicing, and packaging
• Drive pathfinding efforts to mature new process capabilities from early experimentation to reliable implementation
• Coordinate technical work with external partners and ensure effective execution of experimental plans
• Lead day‑to‑day technical operations which includes tracking samples, prioritizing work, and maintaining schedules
• Hire, mentor, and technically lead a small team of technicians and junior engineers while remaining hands‑on in processing and experimentation
• Collaborate closely with device engineers, scientists, and nanofabrication teams across multiple locations
• Perform in‑line metrology and data analysis to evaluate process performance and reproducibility
• Maintain detailed process documentation, experimental records, and operating procedures
• Communicate results, risks, and recommendations clearly to cross‑functional technical teams
• Contribute to solving complex fabrication and integration challenges and to add to Photonic’s IP portfolio

• Master’s or Ph.D. degree in engineering, applied physics, materials science, or other relevant discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with external vendor coordination for test samples, tool demos, and commercial fabrication service providers
• Strong hands‑on experience in semiconductor device fabrication, demonstrated by a portfolio of fabricated devices
• Experience working across multiple process modules and integrating complex fabrication flows
• Experience with optical and electron lithography tools
• Familiarity with common semiconductor characterization and metrology techniques
• Experience with data analysis software (MATLAB, Python, etc.)
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple technical work streams, and lead through execution
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills

• Experience with silicon photonics, advanced silicon devices, or related platforms
• Experience in research or R&D environments involving rapid process iteration
• Demonstrated experience running organized technical operations for a team, with ownership of work tracking, prioritization, and schedule discipline in a fabrication R&D environment
• Prior experience helping establish or grow new fabrication capabilities

• Work closely with some of the brightest innovators in quantum technologies to drive breakthroughs that redefine computing
• Enjoy a fast‑paced and fun environment where you can try new things while solving innovative challenges every day
• Inclusive company culture that values collaboration
• Regular social events and fun activities keep our global team connected
• Competitive compensation package including base salary, stock options, and relocation assistance for global talent
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, life, long term disability, an employee assistance program, parental leave top-ups, and a flexible spending account

The base annual salary range for this full‑time role is between $126,200 to $173,500 USD. This range…