Research Engineer / Senior Research Engineer I (NQFF)

A*STAR Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national quantum research center in Singapore is seeking a Research Engineer/Senior Research Engineer to join a team developing quantum technology. The role involves hands-on tasks in device fabrication, optical engineering, and cryogenic measurements. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and laboratory experience. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to advancing quantum hardware technology in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
• Hands-on laboratory experience in device fabrication or optical engineering.
• Familiarity with experimental data acquisition and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of quantum hardware.
• Perform device fabrication and optimization tasks.
• Set up and maintain cryogenic systems and measurements.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Data acquisition skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, material science, or mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD software

Python

Job description

Research Engineer / Senior Research Engineer I (NQFF)

The National Quantum Federated Foundry (NQFF) is seeking a research engineer to join a multidisciplinary team developing essential quantum hardware and device components. The candidate will join our efforts spanning multiple quantum technology platforms ranging from trapped ions to integrated photonics and superconducting devices.

About the role

You will be embedded in a team of research scientists and engineers, contributing hands‑on to the development and characterisation of quantum hardware. Based on your strengths and experience, your work will be shaped around one or more of the following focus areas:

• Device Fabrication & Engineering — Perform device fabrication and support the development and optimisation of the processes: this may include cleanroom‑based nanofabrication work, electrical assembly (wirebonding, soldering, etc), and prototyping (machining, 3D printing, etc).
• Optical & Photonics Engineering — Perform optical & electrical characterization of photonics devices; construct and maintain optical measurement setups for device testing; data analysis and feedback towards improved device designs.
• Cryogenic Systems & Measurements — Set up, operate, and maintain cryogenic systems (incl. dilution refrigerators, cryostats); integrate and test quantum devices at (down to) millikelvin temperatures; develop automated testing workflows, acquire and analyse experimental data.

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, material science & engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline.
• Hands‑on laboratory experience relevant to one or more of the focus areas above.
• Familiarity with experimental data acquisition, analysis, and presentation.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style.

Experience that would set you apart

• Optical setups and laser systems.
• Electrical/RF electronics and associated test equipment.
• Cleanroom nanofabrication.
• Mechanical design with CAD software.
• Programming (especially in Python) lab equipment for testing automation.

About NQFF

The National Quantum Federated Foundry (NQFF) is a national quantum programme supporting Singapore's quantum R&D ecosystem and industry partners. Functioning as a research foundry, NQFF covers the full device development cycle — from design to fabrication and characterisation — with the goal of translating next-generation quantum devices towards real-world applications.

NQFF is hosted at A*STAR IMRE, with teams operating across A*STAR IME and the National University of Singapore (NUS).