Monarch Quantum

Senior Laser Scientist - New Product Introduction

Monarch Quantum  •  $125k - $175k/yr  •  San Diego, CA (Onsite)  •  1 hour ago
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Job Description

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Senior Laser Scientist, New Product Introduction. 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:

  • Lead and define optical, electrical, thermal, and mechanical requirements for new laser systems and the semiconductor gain media (e.g., laser diodes) which are implemented in these systems.
  • Drive technology trade studies and down-select architectures based on performance, manufacturability, and cost.
  • Interface with suppliers to drive collaborations that produce quality laser components.
  • Contribute to the development of new laser platforms from concept through prototype and early productization
  • Author technical documentation, invention disclosures, and peer-reviewed publications as appropriate.
  • Support transition of designs to production, including design for test and design for manufacturability.
  • Contribute to laser design across multiple architectures:
  • Perform and guide:
  • Design and execute experiments to characterize:
  • Mentor senior and junior engineers; set technical direction and best practices.
  • Collaborate closely with:

Requirements

  • This position requires access to export-controlled information. Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a U.S. person as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3).

Experience:

  • Skills:
  • Expertise in at least two of the following:
  • Strong understanding of:
  • Preferred Skills:
  • Background in one or more application areas:
  • Familiarity with:
  • Startup Mindset:

Benefits

The expected annual salary range for this position is $125,000-$175,000.

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 Quantum 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.

Monarch Quantum

About Monarch Quantum

We’re an integrated photonics company in California building the light engines that power the next era of quantum technology — from advanced computing to precision sensing.

Industry
Hardware & Semiconductors
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
San Diego, California
Year Founded
2025
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