VP, Software Engineering

Build, lead, and scale a world-class software engineering organization across software systems, simulation, compilers, AI, and software infrastructure

Lead the adoption of AI-assisted and agentic development across Photonic, defining the strategy, operating model, tooling, governance, and organizational changes required to embed these capabilities into everyday engineering work

Build the platforms, workflows, and enablement practices required to scale AI adoption across engineering while improving quality, security, and developer effectiveness

Identify and prioritize opportunities to improve engineering productivity, reduce development latency, shorten learning cycles, and accelerate technical progress

Define and execute the software strategy required to support Photonic's engineering, product, and commercialization objectives

Partner closely with Product and Program Management to establish effective end-to-end development processes spanning requirements, prioritization, development, validation, and delivery

Partner closely with hardware, systems, integrated photonics, and research teams to enable effective software-hardware co-development and ensure software capabilities scale with the increasing complexity of Photonic's quantum computing platform

Build and mentor a strong software leadership team while establishing modern software engineering practices, technical governance, tooling, automation, execution discipline, and proactive management of software and delivery risks across the organization

Proven success leading AI-enabled engineering transformation, including the adoption of AI-assisted and agentic development practices that delivered measurable improvements in productivity, quality, velocity, or organizational effectiveness

Experience building and scaling software engineering organizations responsible for complex technical products, platforms, or development ecosystems

Strong technical credibility across modern software architecture, developer platforms, AI-enabled development tools, automation, and software lifecycle management

Demonstrated success building high-performing engineering cultures that balance innovation, execution, accountability, and technical excellence

Experience leading software organizations supporting complex hardware, scientific computing, semiconductors, deep-tech platforms, or similarly integrated technical systems

Deep understanding of software-hardware co-development and its impact on system performance, scalability, reliability, and manufacturabilities

Strong product and operational mindset, with the ability to connect software investments to defined problems, measurable outcomes, and business priorities

Excellent leadership, communication, and change-management skills

AN EXCEPTIONAL CANDIDATE WILL BRING

Experience in quantum computing, photonics, semiconductors, scientific computing, or similarly complex deep-tech environments

Experience building AI-enabled engineering platforms, developer ecosystems, or software organizations that acted as force multipliers across large technical teams

Work closely with some of the brightest innovators in quantum technologies to drive breakthroughs that redefine computing

Enjoy a fast-paced and fun environment where you can try new things while solving innovative challenges every day

Inclusive company culture that values collaboration

Regular social events and fun activities keep our global team connected

Competitive compensation package including base salary, stock options, and relocation assistance for global talent

Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, life, long term disability, an employee assistance program, parental leave top-ups, and a flexible spending account

The description above is what we think an ideal candidate would look like for this role. At Photonic, we understand that everyone has a different work and life journey. If you feel your experience is close to what we've described, but you might not meet all the requirements, please still apply! All roles listed are for current vacancies. While artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist in reviewing applicant profiles, they do not determine candidate outcomes. Our hiring decisions are made by people, not algorithms. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences, knowing that these very differences inspire innovation and build better teams. If there are any accommodations our team can make throughout our hiring process, please let us know.