Electrical Engineer

QuEra Computing, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

QuEra Computing, Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design precision analog, mixed-signal and digital electronics for quantum control systems.

You will collaborate with physicists, software developers and mechanical engineers to define requirements, interfaces and robust hardware platforms. The role requires 3+ years in complex electrical systems, hands-on lab debugging, PCB layout with Altium, LTspice, MATLAB or Python, and a pragmatic approach to production-ready hardware

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or closely-related field.
• 3+ years of experience designing complex electrical systems, including both analog and digital domains.
• Proven expertise in low-noise analog design, high-speed digital systems, RF systems, FPGA-based control, or precision timing.
• Experience with hardware bring-up, lab debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers), and system integration.
• Proficiency with tools such as Altium Designer, LTspice, MATLAB, or Python for simulation and analysis.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Designing precision analog, mixed-signal, and digital electronics supporting quantum control systems.
• Collaborate with physicists, software developers, and mechanical engineers to define system requirements and interfaces.
• Develop hardware subsystems including power delivery, low-noise analog front ends, high-speed digital control, and RF/microwave circuitry.
• Capable of doing PCB layout (Altium preferred) and validation, working closely with other engineers and external manufacturing partners.
• Guide bring-up, test, and debug of custom boards and system-level integration.
• Follow best practices in electrical design, including design reviews, documentation, and validation procedures.
• Strive for continuous improvement of system performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

Skills

Low-noise analog design

High-speed digital systems

RF systems

FPGA-based control

Precision timing

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

LTspice

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Electrical Engineer

The Hardware Engineering Organization at QuEra Computing is seeking strong candidates for a Electrical Engineer to support the company’s mission of building state-of-the-art, manufacturable, and deployable neutral atom quantum computers. The Hardware Engineering Organization plays a crucial role in accelerating the company’s technology leadership and translating the company’s scientific breakthroughs into products delivered to customers. To accomplish this mission, we are looking to hire a candidate with a rich background of developing a variety of electronics projects from concept all the way through to production and support. The ideal candidate will have experience at both enterprise-scale companies as well as startups. They will have technical knowledge of at least one of the following: low-noise analog design, high-speed digital systems, RF systems, FPGA-based control, or precision timing - with the ability to come up to speed quickly as needed in the other areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing precision analog, mixed-signal, and digital electronics supporting quantum control systems.
• Collaborate with physicists, software developers, and mechanical engineers to define system requirements and interfaces.
• Develop hardware subsystems including power delivery, low-noise analog front ends, high-speed digital control, and RF/microwave circuitry.
• Capable of doing PCB layout (Altium preferred) and validation, working closely with other engineers and external manufacturing partners.
• Guide bring-up, test, and debug of custom boards and system-level integration.
• Follow best practices in electrical design, including design reviews, documentation, and validation procedures.
• Strive for continuous improvement of system performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

Required Qualifications

• BS, MS in Electrical Engineering or closely-related field.
• 3+ years of experience designing complex electrical systems, including both analog and digital domains.
• Proven expertise in one or more of the following: low-noise analog design, high-speed digital systems, RF systems, FPGA-based control, or precision timing.
• Experience with hardware bring-up, lab debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers), and system integration.
• Proficiency with tools such as Altium Designer, LTspice, MATLAB, or Python for simulation and analysis.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary startup environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in instrumentation or control systems for complex scientific or industrial equipment.
• Soldering/Rework experience for quick debug efforts
• Experience working in a regulated or safety-critical environment (e.g., aerospace, medical, or high-voltage systems).
• Hands-on experience with firmware development or embedded systems is a plus.

The approximate base salary range for this position is $125,000 - $150,000

We consistently monitor external market data and update base salary ranges accordingly. We determine base compensation decisions on several factors, including as geographic placement, role-specific knowledge, skills, and/or experience. In addition to our base salary offerings, we also provide equity grants for all new hires.

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.