# Senior Automation Engineer at psiquantum

- Company: psiquantum
- What the company does: PsiQuantum is on a mission to build the first commercially useful quantum computer to solve humanity. Backed by Founders Fund and Redpoint.
- Company website: https://www.psiquantum.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Milpitas, California, United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-06-11
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://www.psiquantum.com/apply?gh_jid=7770390003
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/psiquantum-senior-automation-engineer/

## About the role

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Automation Engineer to lead the design, development, and deployment of automation solutions across our precision systems. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in enabling automated control of high-precision optical alignment systems, including those using nano-positioners to accelerate R&D, manufacturing, and testing processes.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields
- 8+ years of experience in automation software engineering with a focus on motion control or hardware integration
- Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or C#, with a focus on real-time systems or hardware interfacing
- Hands-on experience working with nano-positioning systems (e.g., PI, Aerotech, Newport), motion controllers, or precision actuators
- Deep understanding of control systems, sensor integration, and closed-loop feedback
- Familiarity with optical laboratory instrumentation and high-precision metrology

Tags: Engineering