VP, Software EngineeringApplication Deadline: 30 November 2026Department: Software EngineeringEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: British Columbia, Canada (Hybrid)Compensation: CA$238,700 - CA$328,300 / yearDescriptionPhotonic is building first-of-their-kind quantum computing capabilities at the intersection of photonics, silicon spin qubits, advanced software systems, and large-scale technical integration.As VP, Software Engineering, you will define and lead the software strategy that enables Photonic's path from research to scalable quantum computing systems. You will oversee software engineering across core platforms, simulations, compilers, AI, development infrastructure, and software-hardware co-development practices. This role requires a leader who can simultaneously build high-performing software teams, improve engineering execution, and leverage modern AI and agentic development approaches to dramatically increase organizational productivity. You will partner closely with hardware, systems, integrated photonics, product, and research leaders to ensure software capabilities accelerate innovation, improve engineering effectiveness, and enable successful delivery of increasingly sophisticated quantum computing systems.WHAT WE NEED YOU TO DOBuild, lead, and scale a world-class software engineering organization across software systems, simulation, compilers, AI, and software infrastructureLead 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 workBuild the platforms, workflows, and enablement practices required to scale AI adoption across engineering while improving quality, security,



and developer effectivenessIdentify and prioritize opportunities to improve engineering productivity, reduce development latency, shorten learning cycles, and accelerate technical progressDefine and execute the software strategy required to support Photonic's engineering, product, and commercialization objectivesPartner closely with Product and Program Management to establish effective end-to-end development processes spanning requirements, prioritization, development, validation, and deliveryPartner 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 platformBuild 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 organizationWHAT YOU BRING TO OUR TEAMProven 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 effectivenessExperience building and scaling software engineering organizations responsible for complex technical products, platforms, or development ecosystemsStrong technical credibility across modern software architecture, developer platforms,



AI-enabled development tools, automation, and software lifecycle managementDemonstrated success building high-performing engineering cultures that balance innovation, execution, accountability, and technical excellenceExperience leading software organizations supporting complex hardware, scientific computing, semiconductors, deep-tech platforms, or similarly integrated technical systemsDeep understanding of software-hardware co-development and its impact on system performance, scalability, reliability, and manufacturabilitiesStrong product and operational mindset, with the ability to connect software investments to defined problems, measurable outcomes, and business prioritiesExcellent leadership, communication, and change-management skillsAN EXCEPTIONAL CANDIDATE WILL BRINGExperience in quantum computing, photonics, semiconductors, scientific computing, or similarly complex deep-tech environmentsExperience building AI-enabled engineering platforms, developer ecosystems, or software organizations that acted as force multipliers across large technical teamsWHY YOU SHOULD WORK WITH USWork closely with some of the brightest innovators in quantum technologies to drive breakthroughs that redefine computingEnjoy a quick-paced and fun environment where you can try new things while solving innovative challenges every dayInclusive company culture that values collaborationRegular social events and fun activities keep our global team connectedCompetitive compensation package including base salary, stock options, and relocation assistance for global talentComprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, life, long term disability, an employee assistance program, parental leave top-ups, and a flexible spending

📌 Vp, Software Engineering (Vancouver)
🏢 Photonic
📍 Vancouver