Photonics Integration Engineer

Salary & Benefits:             Competitive

Department:                      Future Systems

Reports to:                  Team Manager, Integrated Photonics / Photonics Processing Lead

Job Type:                            Full time

Location:                             Austin, TX, Hybrid

About us

ORCA Computing (“ORCA”) is at the forefront of a new era in high-performance computing, developing full-stack photonic quantum systems designed to transform how organisations tackle machine learning, generative AI, and complex optimisation challenges.  Headquartered in London, ORCA has delivered eleven on-premises quantum computers worldwide – demonstrating that its technology is not theoretical but already delivering real world results.

At the core of ORCA’s innovation is its hybrid quantum-classical architecture, engineered for seamless integration into existing AI and HPC infrastructure.  Its current PT-2 system, a rack-mounted quantum computer, connects directly to GPU clusters via NVIDIA’s CUDA-Q platform, enabling accelerated AI workloads with significantly lower energy consumption than traditional silicon-based systems.  Backed by a strong portfolio of patent families spanning photonic integrated circuits, quantum memory, and multiplexing technologies, ORCA is enabling enterprises, research institutions, and HPC operators to unlock new levels of performance, efficiency, and scalability.

As ORCA prepares to launch its next-generation PT-3 system, the company is entering a pivotal phase of growth and technological advancement.  Its solutions are already being embedded into generative AI pipelines, delivering measurable improvements in model performance, while also addressing the rising energy demands of large-scale AI adoption.  With a focus on practical deployment and a clear roadmap to fault-tolerant quantum computing, ORCA is leading the development and deployment of quantum technology, providing a commercially viable path to the future of computing.

 

What you will do

• Own packaging strategy and specifications, including fiber attach, wire bonding, and RF/driver integration

• Manage relationships and specifications with external vendors from development to volume production

• Maintain state of the art fiber-PIC coupling performance from the lab to packaged deployed devices

• Contribute to the design and optimization of ultra-low-loss passive photonic components and electro-optic (EO) modulators

• Develop and refine scalable, repeatable packaging processes

• Analyze characterization data and iterate both device- and package-level performance

• Maintain thorough documentation

What you will bring- required

• Significant industry experience in photonic or optoelectronic device packaging, including fiber attach

• Working knowledge of thermal management and RF/driver integration considerations for packaged photonic devices

• Working familiarity with photonic component design and simulation tools such as Lumerical MODE and FDTD

• Familiarity with PIC fabrication processes and constraints

• Must be based in Austin, TX, with hybrid work flexibility

  Nice to have

• Master’s or PhD in Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

• Hands-on experience with Si photonics

• Familiarity with high-speed RF packaging and signal integrity considerations

• Background in quantum photonics or quantum optics

Who we are looking for

• Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively.

• Excellent communication skills, particularly in a commercial setting.

• Growth mindset, results driven.

• Enthusiasm for new technologies and interest in quantum computing.

Why join us

Joining ORCA Computing offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of quantum technology, where innovation is already delivering real-world impact. Across commercial, operational, and product roles, you’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to bring advanced quantum systems to market and help integrate quantum capabilities into modern AI and data centre ecosystems.

ORCA provides a rare chance to contribute to a pivotal moment in the evolution of computing. With a culture built on ownership, collaboration, and ambition, the company empowers individuals to solve complex challenges and shape how next-generation quantum technologies are developed, deployed, and scaled across industries – driving a more efficient and powerful future for AI and compute.

How to apply

Please send your CV and a brief introduction (one paragraph is fine!) to: careers@orcacomputing.com.