Quantum Hardware Engineer (Junior/Mid)

IQM Quantum Computers; Espoo; On-site; EUR 50 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quantum technology company in Espoo is seeking a Quantum Engineer specializing in Hardware Design and Implementation. You will play a key role in developing solutions for next-generation quantum computers, requiring strong skills in the hardware of superconducting systems. This position offers a creative work environment and the chance to contribute to groundbreaking projects in quantum technology.

Benefits

Contribute to groundbreaking projects

Creative start-up environment

International collaboration opportunities

Qualifications

• MSc or industry experience in physics or electrical engineering.
• Understanding of superconducting quantum computer hardware.
• Experience in a laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop hardware solutions for quantum computers.
• Design subsystems like QPU packages and shielding solutions.
• Characterize and document new quantum computer prototypes.

Skills

Hands-on work with demanding hardware systems

Collaboration skills

High-quality documentation

Education

MSc in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical engineering

Tools

CAD tools

FEM simulation tools

Circuit simulation tools

Job description

IQM is a global leader in designing, building, and selling superconducting quantum computers. IQM provides both on-premises full-stack quantum computers and a cloud platform to access its computers anywhere in the world. IQM customers include the leading high-performance computing centers, research labs, universities, and enterprises, which have full access to IQM's software and hardware.

IQM has over 280 employees with offices in Finland, Germany, France, Spain, Poland, Singapore, and the US.

Our mission-driven Quantum Hardware Integration team is seeking a Quantum Engineer specializing in Hardware Design and Implementation to help expand the frontier of scientific and technological progress.

Job Description

Join our team of experts working on the hardware implementation of superconducting quantum computing systems, collaborating closely with specialists in system hardware design, implementation, and integration. Your expertise in quantum computing hardware will make you a key contributor in designing next-generation systems and defining solutions that drive scalability and quality.

Responsibilities

• Core contribution for defining, choosing, and developing the hardware solutions for the next-generation quantum computers.
• Contribution in designing selected subsystems such as QPU packages, mechanical solutions, or shielding solutions together with our specialists, such as mechanical and microwave engineers.
• Reviewing proposed solutions related to the components, subsystems, and holistic system to ensure they support high-performance quantum computing.
• Electrical and mechanical characterization of key components and subsystems.
• Hands-on building, validating, and documenting new quantum computer prototypes.
• Ensuring knowledge transfer to production and delivery teams to enable repeating the prototype performance in customer systems.
• Ensuring the timely execution and reporting progress of R&D activities.

Requirements

• MSc in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical engineering, or other related fields (or demonstrated industry experience).
• Good understanding and experience on the hardware of the superconducting quantum computers, including cabling, filtering, cryogenic and room temperature electronics, as well as cryostat infrastructure.
• Knowing your way around in a laboratory environment.
• Skills and passion for hands-on work with demanding hardware systems.
• Capacity to produce high-quality documentation.

Nice To Have

• Basic knowledge of design tools such as CAD tools for mechanical and electrical design and/or simulation tools (FEM, circuit simulation).
• Experience in another quantum computing company.
• Strong ability to work independently and proactively learn new concepts.

What We Offer

• Contribute to groundbreaking projects that will shape the future of quantum computers.
• Thrive in a creative and open start-up environment that fosters growth, learning, and innovation.
• Be part of an international, fast-paced environment that values collaboration and cultural diversity.
• Play a significant role in a rapidly growing organization and be a part of our exciting success story.

Please note that only applications submitted through the website will be processed.

IQM is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.