Lead Quantum Engineer, Systems Performance

Entangled Future; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Rigetti Computing in Berkeley, CA is seeking a Lead Quantum Engineer for the Systems Performance team to shape the technical roadmap and own the delivery of key quantum hardware technologies.

You will lead cross-functional experiments to push performance and scalability of superconducting qubit systems, design tests, and mentor engineers and scientists to close critical gaps. The role requires a track record of scientific leadership and strong communication.

Qualifications

• PhD in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, or related field.
• Proven track record in quantum hardware or related research.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and lead cross-functional experimental programs.
• Propose and explore new technical directions.
• Identify and address complex gaps in existing technology.
• Own the delivery of key quantum hardware technologies.

Skills

Python

Leadership

Cryogenics

RF measurement

Time-domain

Quantum devices

Communication

Education

PhD in Physics

Job description

Lead Quantum Engineer, Systems Performance at Rigetti Computing, Berkeley, CA. A lead-level full time position in the QPU Engineering Operations team, listed under hardware engineering.

Rigetti is seeking a Lead Quantum Engineer for the Systems Performance team.

In this position you will play a critical role in shaping our technical roadmap. You will lead a cross-functional team focused on building the next generation of Rigetti’s quantum hardware, and take a high-ownership role in delivering the technologies required to unlock new levels of performance at scale.

In your daily work, you will propose new ideas to push the performance and scalability of superconducting qubit systems, design and execute experiments to test those ideas, and lead a diverse set of engineers and scientists to identify and mitigate key performance gaps.

The right candidate will have a demonstrated track record of scientific success across multiple institutions, technical leadership experience, a high-ownership mentality, and strong organization and communication skills.

As engineering leaders, we value diversity and are committed to building a culture of inclusion to attract and engage innovative thinkers. Our technology, meant to serve all of humanity, cannot succeed if those who built it do not mirror the diversity of the communities we serve. Applications from women, minorities, and other under-represented groups are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and lead cross-functional experimental programs to inform the technical roadmap and drive systems-level improvements.
• Propose and explore new technical directions.
• Identify and address complex gaps in existing technology.
• Own the delivery of key quantum hardware technologies.

Requirements

• PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Prior technical role in an industry or start-up environment.
• Demonstrated technical leadership experience.
• Direct experience with cryogenic systems and RF measurement techniques
• Extensive hands-on experience with time-domain measurement, and superconducting quantum devices.
• Track record of meaningful accomplishments in quantum science or related fields.
• Working knowledge of Python.
• Enjoys teamwork and inter-team collaboration.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong coding skills.