Experimental Physicist II - Calibration

D-Wave Quantum Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in quantum computing seeks a motivated Experimental Physicist to join their Processor Development team. In this dynamic role, you will engage in hands-on measurements and statistical data analysis to enhance superconducting quantum processors. Your innovative mindset will contribute to the development of new designs and theoretical models, while collaborating with a talented interdisciplinary team. This position offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of quantum technology, where your contributions will directly impact the future of computing. If you're passionate about experimental physics and eager to push the boundaries of what's possible, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.Sc. in experimental physics or equivalent research experience.
• Strong programming skills in Common Lisp or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Characterize and calibrate superconducting quantum processors.
• Develop experimental procedures and analyze data for quantum devices.

Skills

Experimental Research

Statistical Data Analysis

Common Lisp Programming

Critical Thinking

Technical Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

Ph.D. in Experimental Physics

M.Sc. in Experimental Physics

Tools

MATLAB

Data Visualization Tools

Job description

Experimental Physicist II - Calibration
Direct Hire, Full time, Onsite - Burnaby BC Canada

D-Wave (NYSE: QBTS), a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. We are the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the only company building both annealing and gate-model quantum computers. Our mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum, today. Our 5,000+ qubit AdvantageTM quantum computers, the world’s largest, are available on-premises or via the cloud, supported by 99.9% availability and uptime. More than 100 organizations trust D-Wave with their toughest computational challenges.

About the role
We are looking for a creative, energetic, and self-motivated Experimental Physicist to join our Processor Development (PD) team. The PD team is composed of experienced and talented superconducting designers, fabrication engineers, software developers, and physicists who work together to create the processors at the heart of our quantum computer.

You will work in one or more of the following areas:

• Characterizing and calibrating our superconducting quantum processors
• Characterizing, understanding, and reducing noise in superconducting circuits
• Parametric design of novel devices and/or device enhancements to improve processor performance or enable new capabilities
• Assessing and understanding the impact of the processor’s environment, including packaging, IO, electronics, and cryogenic elements
• Modeling, assessing, and improving real-world performance of our quantum processors

What you'll do
This role will be a mix of hands-on measurements, statistical data analysis, and experimental research to support calibration and improvement of quantum annealing processors, all done via programming (Common Lisp).

• Develop and execute experimental procedures to quantify, understand, and operate a wide range of superconducting devices
• Come up with new ideas to improve processor operation or performance and develop parametric designs to implement them
• Develop theoretical models and simulations to represent and understand experimental results on physical devices
• Develop analysis routines to fit theoretical models to data and detect outlier behavior in large complex systems
• Regularly document experimental results for the broader processor development team
• Create and contribute to software infrastructure for modeling, calibrating, and operating processors
• Communicate and collaborate with other internal teams at D-Wave

About You

• Ph.D. or M.Sc. in experimental physics or a related discipline, or equivalent 3+ years of experimental research experience
• Programming skills with Common Lisp - or - willingness to learn Common Lisp programming
• Professional statistical and data analytics experience; experience with MATLAB and data visualization is a plus
• Strong critical thinking and technical problem-solving skills
• Skill in independent research and evidence of deep understanding in your area of expertise
• Ability to adapt to new technical topics quickly and effectively
• Strong software development experience related to experimental design and automation, data acquisition, and data analysis
• A collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively on an interdisciplinary team
• Excellent communication skills with experience in summarizing experimental results for a broad audience
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities in a time-sensitive environment
• Exceptional candidates will have a solid background in one or more of the following: quantum information, digital or analog superconducting devices, device physics, noise models, and characterization

A D-Waver's DNA

• We look at the future and say “why not”; we see possibilities where others see problems or routines.
• We practice straight talk and listen generously to each other with empathy.
• We hold ourselves accountable for delivering results.
• As leaders, we motivate & engage our teams to undertake beyond what they originally thought possible.

Our Compensation Philosophy is Simple but Powerful:

We believe providing D-Wavers with company ownership, competitive pay, and a range of meaningful benefits is the start of creating a culture where people want to give the best they’ve got.

Inclusion:

We celebrate diverse perspectives to drive innovation in our pursuit. Our employees range from distinguished domain experts to bright and motivated graduates.

The Fine Print:

No 3rd party candidates will be accepted.

It is D-Wave Systems Inc. policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.