Electronics Engineer

Diraq; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge QE

Collaborative environment with quantum

Paid volunteer day

Employee incentive program

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Diraq is redefining scalable quantum computing and seeks an Electronics Engineer to design, integrate and validate cryogenic test infrastructure for next‑gen quantum hardware. You will work in a multidisciplinary team to create high‑performance test platforms for cryogenic devices, from schematic design to system verification.

Role involves electronic design, lab testing and collaboration with physicists and software engineers to deliver integrated cryogenic test capabilities and robust

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or related discipline is required.
• Demonstrated experience in electronics design, hardware development, test engineering or similar.
• Strong fundamentals in analogue and digital electronics, grounding, shielding, power distribution and measurement principles.
• Experience with schematic capture and PCB design using Altium Designer or equivalent.
• Ability to bring up, test, debug and modify electronic hardware.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation (oscilloscopes, VNAs, spectrum analysers, signal generators, SMUs, DMMs).
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Hands-on soldering, PCB rework, cable assembly and prototype construction.

Responsibilities

• Design schematic circuits and PCBs for cryogenic test systems.
• Develop wiring assemblies, harnesses, test fixtures and lab infrastructure.
• Select components and contribute to hardware architecture decisions.
• Integrate hardware with cryogenic platforms, instruments and software control.
• Support system bring-up, configuration and verification.

Skills

Electronics design

Analogue & digital electronics

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Troubleshooting

Lab measurement

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or related

Tools

Altium Designer

Oscilloscopes

Vector network analysers

Spectrum analysers

Signal generators

Source measure units

Digital multimeters

Job description

Job Description
Diraq is redefining scalable quantum computing by enabling billions of qubits on a single chip—far beyond the hundreds available today—to unlock practical, commercial quantum applications. We are building a full-stack quantum computing company, delivering quantum hardware and software as a cloud-accessible service.

Job Description
Diraq is redefining scalable quantum computing by enabling billions of qubits on a single chip—far beyond the hundreds available today—to unlock practical, commercial quantum applications. We are building a full-stack quantum computing company, delivering quantum hardware and software as a cloud-accessible service.
We are seeking an Electronics Engineer to support the development, integration and validation of advanced cryogenic test infrastructure used to evaluate next-generation quantum computing hardware.
This role combines electronic design, hardware integration, laboratory testing and systems engineering. You will design and maintain reliable, high-performance test platforms that enable the characterisation of quantum devices operating at cryogenic temperatures. Working within a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists and researchers, you will contribute to sophisticated measurement systems at the forefront of emerging quantum technologies.
Job Requirements
Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in electronics design, hardware development, test engineering, or closely related engineering environments.
• Strong electrical engineering fundamentals, including analogue and digital electronics, circuit analysis, grounding, shielding, power distribution and measurement principles.
• Experience with schematic capture and PCB design using Altium Designer or an equivalent tool.
• Demonstrated ability to bring up, test, debug and modify electronic hardware.
• Experience using laboratory instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, vector network analysers, spectrum analysers, signal generators, source measure units and digital multimeters.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to systematically identify root causes across complex hardware systems.
• Practical experience with soldering, PCB rework, cable assembly, connectors and prototype construction.
• Understanding of systems engineering principles, including requirements definition, interface management, verification, validation and configuration control.
• Ability to analyse measurement data and clearly communicate technical findings.
• Strong documentation discipline and attention to detail.
  

Desirable Experience

• Electronics or test infrastructure for cryogenic, quantum computing, semiconductor, RF, microwave or low-noise measurement applications.
• Signal integrity, impedance-controlled PCB design, RF transmission lines, grounding, shielding, filtering and electromagnetic compatibility.
• Cryogenic design constraints, including thermal loading, material selection, thermal contraction, connector reliability and temperature-dependent electrical behaviour.
• Automated test, data acquisition or data analysis using Python, MATLAB or similar tools.
• Design for manufacture, component selection, supplier engagement and prototype production.
• Engineering change control, document management and laboratory safety practices.
  

Personal Attributes

• Practical and comfortable working directly with hardware in a laboratory environment.
• Methodical and evidence-based when diagnosing technical issues.
• Able to manage competing priorities and progress work with a high degree of ownership.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative and comfortable working within a multidisciplinary engineering and scientific team.
• Curious, adaptable and motivated to develop knowledge of cryogenic and quantum computing technologies.
  
  

Job Responsibilities
Electronic Design and Development

• Design schematic circuits and printed circuit boards for cryogenic test systems, including signal routing, control electronics, signal conditioning, interface circuits and breakout hardware.
• Develop wiring assemblies, cable harnesses, test fixtures, adapter boards and supporting laboratory infrastructure.
• Select electronic components and contribute to hardware architecture decisions, considering performance, manufacturability, reliability and cost.
  

System Integration

• Integrate electronic hardware with cryogenic platforms, laboratory instruments, device packages and software control systems.
• Support system bring-up, configuration, commissioning and performance verification activities.
• Collaborate with physicists, device engineers, mechanical engineers, software engineers and test engineers to deliver integrated cryogenic test capabilities.
  

Testing, Verification and Analysis

• Plan and execute hardware verification, validation and characterisation activities for electronic subsystems and complete test platforms.
• Develop test procedures and measurement methods to evaluate electrical performance, signal integrity, thermal behaviour and system reliability.
• Analyse test data, identify performance limitations and provide practical recommendations for design and system improvement.
• Communicate findings through clear technical reports, presentations and design recommendations.
  

Troubleshooting and Continuous Improvement

• Diagnose and resolve hardware and system-level issues using structured fault-finding and root-cause analysis methods.
• Modify, optimise and improve existing test infrastructure as technical requirements evolve.
• Support reliability investigations, engineering risk reduction and corrective actions.
  

Documentation and Quality

• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, including schematics, PCB design files, bills of materials, assembly instructions, test plans, test reports, operating procedures and engineering change records.
• Define technical requirements and contribute to system architecture, interface definitions, design reviews, risk assessments and configuration control.
  

Hands-on Laboratory Work

• Perform assembly, rework and prototyping activities, including soldering, cable assembly, connector installation, PCB modification and prototype construction.
• Support safe, organised and effective laboratory operations and maintain test equipment and infrastructure.
  
  

Job Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge quantum hardware development
• Collaborative environment with leading experts in quantum computing
• Paid volunteer day to give back to a cause you care about
• Eligibility to participate in our employee incentive program
• Flexible working arrangements and supportive team culture