Senior Photonic Circuit Quantum Engineer

About the role

Applied Materials is seeking a Senior Photonic Circuit Quantum Engineer to translate quantum-system requirements into scalable photonic device solutions. The role bridges quantum computing needs with advanced CMOS materials and semiconductor manufacturing.

Key responsibilities

• Translate system‑level quantum requirements into photonic specifications such as wavelength, loss, phase, polarization and optical interfaces.
• Design, develop and optimize quantum photonic devices, including photonic integrated circuits (PICs) and metasurfaces.
• Develop and refine fabrication processes (materials deposition, lithography, etch, heterogeneous integration) for these devices.
• Perform optical and electrical characterization, correlate performance with design and process variables, and drive improvements in yield and reproducibility.
• Collaborate with quantum physicists, system engineers, materials, packaging and process teams to evaluate new materials and integration technologies.

Required profile

• Strong background in quantum photonics and atomic, molecular and optical (AMO) physics.
• Experience translating system‑level quantum computing and control requirements into device specifications.
• Ability to work across device design, fabrication and characterization.

Required skills

• Photonic integrated circuit (PIC) design
• Metasurface design
• CMOS materials and processes
• Lithography and etch techniques
• Materials deposition
• Optical characterization
• Electrical characterization
• Device fabrication and heterogeneous integration

What we offer

• Salary range $161,000 – $221,000 per year
• Supportive work culture with learning and development opportunities
• Comprehensive health, wellbeing and benefits programs
• Eligibility for bonus and stock award programs