Posted 2 months ago
Packaging Engineer - Optical Attach Process
@ Xanadu
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Xanadu is hiring an Optical Packaging Engineer for its Hardware Team to develop high-precision fiber-to-chip optical attach processes for photonic quantum computers. The role combines hands-on lab work on alignment equipment with process design, tooling optimization and scaling to automated production. The posting states a base salary of 110,000 to 140,000 CAD plus equity and benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Conception et optimisation des processus d'alignement optique fibre-puce
- Travail pratique en laboratoire sur équipements d'alignement
- Optimisation des outillages et fixations de fibres
- Collaboration avec R&D photonique, mécanique et tests
- Passage du prototype à la production automatisée
Requirements summary:
- Maîtrise en génie mécanique, électrique, photonique ou science des matériaux
- Expérience prouvée avec les technologies d'encapsulation optique
- Maîtrise de SolidWorks ou AutoCAD et d'outils d'analyse statistique
- Bonnes connaissances des systèmes électriques et pneumatiques
- Au moins 2 ans d'expérience en ingénierie d'encapsulation (atout)
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-14
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-27
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-27
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Laboratory, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Master’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Photonics Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Materials Science |
| Perks mentioned | Stock or equity |
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Full company description
Xanadu Quantum Technologies Inc. is a Canadian quantum technology company, and one of the world's leading photonic quantum hardware providers. Founded in 2016, Xanadu's mission is to build quantum computers that are useful and available to people everywhere. To achieve this mission, the company has taken a full-stack approach and builds hardware, software, and pursues state-of-the-art research with select partners. The company is also advancing the field of quantum machine learning (QML) through the development of PennyLane, an open-source project that has become a leading software library among quantum researchers and developers. Xanadu is bringing together exceptional minds from around the world to build something extraordinary. Learn more at xanadu.ai
- LinkedIn followers
- 56,801
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 342
- Reported office locations
- Toronto, Ontario M5B 2H7, CA
- Other recorded names
- Xanadu
- Specialties
- Quantum Computing
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- Deep Learning
- Cloud Computing
- Quantum Simulations
- and Quantum Algorithms
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Xanadu Quantum Technologies Inc. is a Canadian quantum technology company, and one of the world's leading photonic quantum hardware providers. Founded in 2016, Xanadu's mission is to build quantum computers that are useful and available to people everywhere. To achieve this mission, the company has taken a full-stack approach and builds hardware, software, and pursues state-of-the-art research with select partners…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Computer Hardware Manufacturing |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2016 |
| Specialties | Quantum ComputingArtificial IntelligenceMachine LearningDeep LearningCloud ComputingQuantum Simulationsand Quantum Algorithms |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 76 |
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Xanadu’s mission is to build quantum computers that are useful and available to people everywhere.
At Xanadu, we are learners, innovators, researchers, collaborators and problem solvers. We are creating something that has never been built before. What we are doing is extremely hard, the classic moon shot. Few people in their life will be able to be a part of something like this, where if we are successful, the technologies we develop will solve some of the world’s most challenging problems and literally change the world. And that is something to be excited about!
Your role and responsibilities:
At Xanadu, an Optical Packaging Engineer plays a critical role on the Hardware Team, bridging photonic integrated circuits (PICs) with scalable, fault-tolerant quantum hardware architectures. The primary mission is developing ultra-low-loss, high-precision fiber-to-chip optical attachment processes to enable rack-scale photonic quantum computers.
- Hands-on laboratory work: setting up experiments and operating alignment equipment. Perform minimal changes to the machines during process development.
- Optical Attach & Fiber-to-Chip Alignment: Design, optimize, and characterize high-precision active and passive optical alignment processes to connect fiber arrays, optical connectors, and chiplet structures to photonic integrated circuits with minimal optical loss.
- Process & Tooling Development: Conduct hands-on optimization of fiber attach tooling and fixtures.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with photonics R&D, mechanical design, electrical packaging, and test engineers to build full optoelectronic assemblies.
- Scale engineering designs from functional prototype validation to full-scale, automated assembly line production
Basic qualifications and experience:
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Photonics Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
- Basic understanding of photonic-based on-chip and off-chip systems.
- Proven experience with various optical packaging technologies and equipment.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical projects from conception to completion.
- Good communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and statistical analysis tools.
- Good knowledge of electrical and pneumatics systems.
Preferred qualifications and experience:
- Strong understanding of photonic-based on-chip and off-chip systems.
- Experience with automation and robotics in packaging.
- Experience using ficonTEC’s equipment.
- Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations.
- Minimum of 2+ years of progressive experience in packaging engineering within a manufacturing environment.
This is for a new position. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and internal benchmarks. The base salary range is 110,000 - 140,000 CAD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Our values are important. They are fundamental and lay the foundation for culture at Xanadu. Learn more about our values here.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive, safe, and equitable culture and fostering an environment where our employees feel included, valued, and heard. We are committed to meeting the needs of all individuals and support a barrier-free workplace. Should you require accommodations at any point during the recruitment process please contact Recruiting at [email protected].
Please be advised that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening and assessment of applicants for this position. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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