Quantum Systems Stability & Sensitivity Engineer

Microsoft•Redmond, WA

10d•$102,100 - $219,200

About The Position

Microsoft’s Quantum Hardware organization is developing breakthrough computing systems that unite advanced physics, high-performance electronics, and world-class engineering. At Microsoft Quantum, we aim to empower science and scientists to solve the world’s biggest problems by realizing advanced computing platforms at the intersection of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and quantum information technology. Microsoft Quantum will change the world of computing and help solve some of humankind’s currently unsolvable problems. We are seeking a Quantum Systems Stability & Sensitivity Engineer to support electronics rack assembly, instrumentation integration, RF hardware installation, networking setup, and lab operations for quantum hardware test environments. This role focuses on building and maintaining clean, repeatable room-temperature rack configurations, supporting instrument bring-up and debug, and collaborating closely with electrical, RF, controls, software, and lab operations teams. Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field OR Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience OR equivalent experience
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role.
Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide either proof of their country of citizenship or proof of their U.S. permanent residency or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate’s citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field OR Master's Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years technical engineering experience OR equivalent experience
Experience in both corporate and research laboratory settings.
At least 1 year of experience in an electronics laboratory setting.
Familiarity with RF hardware, RF cabling, and relevant RF standards or lab practices.
Strong attentiveness to neatness, detail, aesthetics, cable routing, and visual consistency in rack builds.
Familiarity with different methods of amplification, including lock-in amplifiers, traveling-wave parametric amplifiers, and related measurement-chain hardware.
Experience with network configuration and debugging, especially for laboratory instrumentation or network-connected test equipment.
2+ year of experience using Python in a physics laboratory environment.
Experience with Pythonic object-oriented programming, custom libraries, reusable tooling, and contemporary coding practices.
Familiarity with DHCP and networking best practices for laboratory and instrumentation environments.
2+ years of experience with Python 3.x.
Ability to support networked instrumentation setup, basic connectivity debug, and software-assisted configuration checks under engineering guidance.

Responsibilities

Assemble, cable, label, and maintain room-temperature electronics racks used for laboratory instrumentation, control, readout, and test infrastructure.
Install and configure rack-mounted instruments, power distribution, RF hardware, cabling, patch panels, network-connected equipment, and supporting peripherals according to documented procedures.
Operate lab tools and equipment in accordance with ESD, safety, and basic electronics lab best practices.
Support rack bring-up and first-line debug for instrumentation, RF signal paths, control hardware, networked equipment, and software-controlled measurement setups.
Use Python 3.x scripts, tools, and custom libraries to support instrument control, configuration checks, automation, data collection, and troubleshooting.
Apply familiarity with DHCP and networking best practices to assist with network configuration, connectivity checks, addressing issues, and escalation of instrumentation network problems.
Embody our Culture and Values.