Lead Quantum Hardware Engineer, Experimental Leader

Steneg; Colorado; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Steneg in Colorado is seeking a Lead Quantum Engineer to drive cross-functional experimental programs aimed at improving superconducting quantum systems. You will shape the technical roadmap, design and execute experiments, and coordinate engineers and scientists to deliver core quantum hardware technologies.

The role requires a PhD, hands-on experience with cryogenic systems, RF measurements, and time-domain techniques, plus strong Python skills and proven technical leadership.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Previous experience in a technical role within 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.
• Working knowledge of Python.
• Strong teamwork and cross-functional collaboration capabilities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and lead cross-functional experimental programs to inform the technical roadmap and drive system-level performance improvements.
• Design and execute experiments to evaluate new approaches for improving superconducting qubit performance and scalability.
• Coordinate technical activities across functions while maintaining ownership of program objectives and delivery.
• Communicate technical findings, priorities, and experimental results clearly across teams and relevant stakeholders.

Skills

Cryogenic systems

RF measurement

Time-domain measurement

Technical leadership

Python

Collaboration

Quantum hardware

Communication

Education

PhD in Physics / Applied Physics / Electrical Engineering

Tools

cQED simulation tools

Job description

Steneg in Colorado is seeking a Lead Quantum Engineer to drive cross-functional experimental programs aimed at improving superconducting quantum systems. You will shape the technical roadmap, design and execute experiments, and coordinate engineers and scientists to deliver core quantum hardware technologies.

The role requires a PhD, hands-on experience with cryogenic systems, RF measurements, and time-domain techniques, plus strong Python skills and proven technical leadership.