Superconducting Circuit Quantum Engineer

Applied Materials•Santa Clara, CA

1d•$138,000 - $190,000

About The Position

Applied Materials’ CTO group develops enabling technologies for quantum information applications, including superconducting qubits and optical quantum computing. The group collaborates with system companies and universities to develop quantum devices with significantly lower error rates by applying materials engineering and semiconductor processing expertise. The Superconducting Circuit Quantum Engineer will apply hands-on experience in superconducting qubit devices, circuit and device design, micro/nanofabrication, and cryogenic characterization to develop materials, processes, and devices for emerging quantum information technologies. The role involves technical collaboration across materials, process engineering, device design, characterization, and integration teams, as well as engagement with customers and research partners. This is a full-time, new-college-graduate position based in Santa Clara, California. Travel is 10%, and relocation is eligible. The posted salary range is $138,000–$190,000. The selected candidate’s compensation will depend on factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Candidates may also be eligible for bonus and stock awards, as applicable.

Requirements

Strong background in superconducting qubit devices.
Hands-on experience in superconducting circuit and device design.
Hands-on experience in micro/nanofabrication.
Hands-on experience in cryogenic characterization.
Conceptual and practical expertise in the relevant discipline, with basic knowledge of related disciplines.

Responsibilities

Design and develop superconducting quantum circuits and devices, including qubits, resonators, couplers, and related test structures.
Develop and optimize fabrication processes for superconducting quantum devices, focusing on materials, interfaces, patterning, deposition, etch, and device integration.
Design experiments, collect and analyze data, and translate results into improvements in materials, processes, device design, and performance.
Troubleshoot complex device and process issues, perform root-cause analysis, and develop solutions to improve device performance, yield, and reproducibility.
Measure and analyze material, electrical, microwave, and device properties, and interpret their impact on superconducting quantum circuit performance.
Collaborate across materials, process engineering, device design, characterization, and integration teams to develop new quantum technologies.
Evaluate and implement new materials, fabrication technologies, characterization techniques, and analytical instrumentation.
Prepare technical documentation, reports, presentations, and development plans for internal and external stakeholders.
Engage with customers, research partners, vendors, and suppliers to address technical challenges and identify technology opportunities.
Act as a resource for less-experienced colleagues and potentially lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.
Solve complex problems using analysis from multiple sources, communicate difficult or sensitive information, and work to build consensus.