Senior Cryogenic Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Senior Cryogenic Technicians at Photonic support the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of cryogenic systems used in Photonic's quantum hardware laboratory. This role focuses on hands-on ownership of cryostats, cryogenic infrastructure, and associated vacuum and gas handling systems that enable low-temperature quantum experiments.

This position is part of the Operations Team and works closely with Lab Technicians, who support laboratory readiness and experimental setups, and Assembly Technicians, who build and integrate quantum control systems. The Cryogenic Technician is primarily responsible for cryogenic system operation, safety, and procedural quality, while collaborating with engineering and scientific staff during system bring-up and operation.

This is a senior individual contributor role intended for experienced cryogenic technicians who are comfortable improving procedures, identifying risks, and operating in safety-critical environments.

Please include a cover letter with your resume (in one file) describing how you would be a great fit at Photonic and what attributes you could bring to our growing team.

WHAT WE NEED YOU TO DO

Operate and Maintain Cryogenic Systems

• Operate, monitor, and maintain closed-cycle cryogenic systems and cryostats used for quantum hardware experiments
• Execute and oversee cool-down, steady-state operation, and warm-up of cryogenic systems
• Monitor system performance including temperatures, pressures, vacuum levels, and flow conditions
• Identify abnormal operating conditions and take appropriate corrective action

Develop and Refine Cryogenic Procedures

Maintain Cryogenic Infrastructure and Gas Handling

Safety and Compliance

Work with Operations and Engineering Teams

Documentation and Continuous Improvement

WHAT YOU BRING TO OUR TEAM

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Physical Requirements

WHY YOU SHOULD WORK WITH US

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.