Quantum Design Engineer

QpiAI; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

QpiAI in Bengaluru, India, is seeking a Quantum Design Engineer to push the boundaries of superconducting quantum hardware. You will design and optimize multi-qubit circuits and collaborate with the nanofabrication team to advance next-generation quantum processors.

The ideal candidate has advanced degrees in physics or electrical engineering, hands-on experience with quantum circuit design tools, and a track record of publishable work in quantum technology.

Qualifications

• MSc/MTech/PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering or related field with a focus on quantum mechanics or quantum technology.
• Experience with design of quantum circuits and GDS tapeout using HFSS, ADS Quantum Pro and simulation.
• Expertise in developing circuit architecture to improve gate/readout performance.
• Knowledge of circuit QED and superconducting qubits.
• Publications in peer‑reviewed journals in quantum technology.
• Experience with data analysis software and programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Design multi-qubit circuits for fabrication and testing.
• Develop quantum processors with improved gate and readout fidelities.
• Collaborate with nanofabrication team on novel superconducting qubit architectures.
• File patents for novel quantum technologies.

Skills

Quantum circuit design

Data analysis

Independent work

Communication

Education

MSc/MTech/PhD in Physics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

HFSS

ADS Quantum Pro

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Title: Quantum Design Engineer

About QpiAI

At QpiAI, we are leading the effort to discover optimal AI and Quantum systems in Life sciences, Healthcare, Transportation, Finance, Industrial, and Space technologies. QpiAI is building a full-stack Enterprise Quantum Computers.

QpiAI Quantum hardware team is responsible for designing and characterisation of Quantum Processor, Cryogenic Quantum Control Circuits, RF Control Hardware, and QpiAI ASGP.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Quantum Chip Design Engineer to join our cutting-edge research and development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantum chip design with a particular focus on superconducting microwave circuits used to couple qubits and readouts. The role encompasses designing multi-qubit circuits for fabrication and developing next-generation quantum processors with improved gate and measurement fidelities. This role involves working closely with our nanofabrication team to develop novel superconducting qubit architectures and filing patents.

Requirements

• MSc/M.Tech/PhD Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering or a related field with a focus on quantum mechanics or quantum technology.
• Experience with design of quantum circuits and gds tapeout using custom tools or commercial software (HFSS, ADS Quantum Pro) and simulation.
• Expertise in developing circuit architecture to improve the performance of gates and readout
• Knowledge and strong understanding of circuit QED, and error‑correction schemes preferably in superconducting qubits.
• Proven track record of successful projects and publications in peer‑reviewed journals in the field of quantum technology.
• Experience with data analysis software and programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.
• Experience in writing analysis reports to help the definition of DOE and improvement plan for experimentation plan is a plus.
• Good problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Should be self‑motivated and can work independently