Senior Quantum Measurement Engineer

Qilimanjaro Quantum Tech; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects

Dynamic work environment

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

A cutting-edge technology company is seeking a Senior Quantum Measurement Engineer in Barcelona. You will be responsible for characterizing superconducting qubits and enhancing device performance. The ideal candidate has a PhD in Physics and experience in quantum measurement. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in quantum measurement and control.
• Strong analytical skills and hands-on problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in transmon (or fluxonium) measurements is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with cryogenic setups and control electronics.
• Experience with transmon or fluxonium measurements desirable.

Responsibilities

• Characterize superconducting qubits and evaluate device performance.
• Develop advanced control and calibration techniques for analog quantum processors.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Contribute to R&D efforts to enhance quantum device fidelity, stability, and scalability.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior members of the quantum engineering team.

Skills

Superconducting circuits

Quantum measurement and control

Analytical skills

Python

Effective communication

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Physics

Tools

Cryogenic setups

Cryogenic equipment

Job description

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Qilimanjaro Quantum Tech is seeking a Senior Quantum Measurement Engineer to join our team in advancing the development, control, and characterization of superconducting quantum processors. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in superconducting circuits, thrives in collaborative environments, and actively supports the growth of junior team members.

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• Characterize superconducting qubits and evaluate device performance.
• Develop and implement advanced control and calibration techniques for analog quantum processors.
• Collaborate closely with design, fabrication, setup integration, and software teams to ensure alignment across development stages.
• Contribute to R&D efforts to enhance quantum device fidelity, stability, and scalability.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior members of the quantum engineering team.
• PhD in Physics with a focus on superconducting quantum circuits.
• Demonstrated experience in quantum measurement and control.
• Strong analytical skills and hands‑on problem‑solving abilities.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.
• Experience in transmon (or fluxonium) measurements is highly desirable.
• Experience in quantum device design and fabrication processes.
• Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages used for instrumentation and data analysis.
• Familiarity with cryogenic setups, calibration workflows, and control electronics.
• Work will be primarily onsite, with possibility for remote work during the week.

Please mention your availability dates and whether you require an EU work permit in your application.

We are looking for highly motivated candidates to join our permanent staff.

You will:

• 🚀 Get the opportunity to build something amazing and unique, something that hasn't been done before.
• 🌍 Work on ground‑breaking projects and possibly solve massive challenges on a global scale.
• 💻 Be at the intersection of research and industry, where biggest innovations happen.
• 🎯 Make an enormous impact in a dynamic scale‑up rather than being a small cog in a big machine.
• 💫 Work with super smart, knowledgeable and yet, very friendly people in Barcelona, one of the best cities in the world (picture a lot of sun, amazing food and friendly locals).
• 😊 Get to be part of a start‑up where growth on a company and individual level is the default.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Science

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