Senior Quantum Engineer - Quantum Processors

Tmoose; Donostia/San Sebastián; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Choice of laptop

Descripción de la vacante

Quantum Motion is a leading quantum computing scale-up with global facilities in London, Sydney, San Sebastián, and Maryland. We seek a Senior Quantum Engineer to design and execute experiments on silicon-based multi-qubit devices, advancing scalable quantum processors.

You will work with scientists, engineers and software experts to implement cryogenic setups, analyze data, and contribute to publications, while developing measurement automation tools in Python.

Formación

• PhD in physics, engineering or related field.
• Proven experience characterising nanoelectronic devices.
• Strong Python proficiency and RF/microwave expertise.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Design, configure and run experiments on multi-qubit silicon devices.
• Support scalable silicon-based quantum computing system architecture.
• Assist in commissioning cryogenic infrastructure and dilution refrigerators.
• Develop software tools for measurement automation and data analysis.
• Analyze experimental results to inform decisions and manuscripts.

Conocimientos

Python

Experiment design

RF/microwave electronics

Collaborative skills

Educación

PhD in physics, engineering or related field

Herramientas

Python

Descripción del empleo

About The Role and Team

Quantum Motion is a fast-growing quantum computing scale-up headquartered in London and founded by internationally renowned researchers from University College London and Oxford University, with over 40 years’ experience in developing qubits and quantum computing architectures. Bringing together state-of-the-­art cryogenic facilities and an outstanding interdisciplinary team, we are developing quantum processors based on industrial-grade silicon chips, with the potential to radically transform computing power in areas such as materials modelling, medicine, artificial intelligence and more.

This role supports forms part of our global investment in state-of-the-­art facilities across London (UK),Sydney (Australia), SanSebastián (Spain) and Maryland (the US). It reflects our commitment to driving innovation and collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the quantum industry, and additionally taps intothe regional strengths in semiconductors and cryogenics around the world.

Our mission is global, and this is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a team which is shaping the future of quantum computing.

As part of our high-impact and rapidly growing team, you will be working closely with our scientists, engineers and experts in a dynamic environmentto make the site run smoothly and compliantly from day one, dedicated to contributing to the development of scalable quantum computers based on silicon technology.

Our Team

Since 2021 our team has been listed every year in the“Top 100 Startups worth watching”in the EE Times, and our technology breakthroughs have been featured inThe Telegraph,BBCand theNew Statesman. Our founders are internationally renowned researchers from UCL and Oxford University who have pioneered the development of qubits and quantum computing architectures. Our chairman is the co-founder of Cadence and Synopsys, the two leading companies in the area of Electronic Design Automation. We’re backed by a team of top‑tier investors, and we have recently closed ourSeries C funding of $160 million.

We bring together the brightest quantum engineers, integrated circuit (IC) engineers, quantum computing theoreticians and software engineers to create a unique, world‑leading team, working together closely to maximise our combined expertise. Our collaborative and interdisciplinary culture is an ideal fit for anyone who thrives in a cutting‑edge research and development environment focused on tackling big challenges and contributing to the development of scalable quantum computers based on silicon technology.

Our team of 110+ is based in the UK (Oxford and London), Australia (Sydney), Spain (SanSebastián) and the US.

Functions of the Role

Our mission is global, and Spain and the US is the next chapter in our journey. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to be an employee at a scale‑up shaping the future of quantum computing. As part of our lean, high‑impact and rapidly growing team, you will be working closely with our scientists, engineers and experts in a dynamic environmentto make the site run smoothly and compliantly from day one, dedicated to contributing to the development of scalable quantum computers based on silicon technology As anSenior Quantum Engineer,you will play a critical role in the development and execution of experiments focused on silicon‑based quantum systems. Functions of the Role

• Designing, configuring, and executing experiments on multi‑qubit silicon devices, with an emphasis on high‑frequency, low‑noise signal acquisition.
• Supporting the architectural design of scalable quantum computing systems built on silicon platforms.
• Assisting in the commissioning and optimisation of cryogenic infrastructure, including dilution refrigerator setups, for quantum device testing.
• Writing and maintaining software tools for measurement automation and data analysis.
• Performing rigorous analysis of experimental results to support internal decision‑making and technical manuscripts.

Experience - Essentials

• PhD degree in physics, engineering or related field.
• Proven record of experience in characterisation of nanoelectronic devices.
• Proficiency with Python
• Expertise in radiofrequency or microwave electronics
• Ability to independently design and carry out complex experiments; perform data analysis and prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Strong collaborative approach with good communication and interpersonal skills
• An inquisitive nature and logical approach to problem solving

Experience - Desirable

• Experimental experience with semiconductor quantum dots.
• Experience in development of software interfaces to hardware/instrumentation.
• Experience leading research teams.

Benefits

• Be part of a creative, world‑leading team
• Competitive salary
• Flexible working hours
• Choice of laptop

EEO Statement

Quantum Motion is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, pregnancy, genetic information, marital status, gender reassignment, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws (including those of the United States and Spain).