Quantum Measurement Scientist – Spin Qubits

HRL Laboratories, LLC; Malibu (CA); On-site; USD 172,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K match

Gym facilities

PTO

Sick time

Upward mobility

Job summary

HRL Laboratories in California seeks a PhD-level quantum device scientist to lead cryogenic spin qubit experiments and advance system performance. You will apply deep qubit physics knowledge to automated tune-ups, develop ML-based workflows, and architect Python automation for hardware control and data analysis.

The role emphasizes leadership in experimental direction, rigorous data analysis, and communication of results to guide device development. Doctoral expertise is required.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field with specialization in quantum devices or quantum technologies.
• Deep understanding of qubit device physics with cryogenic measurement platforms and qubit control systems.
• Strong Python skills for scientific programming, automation, ML workflows, and hardware interfacing.
• Ability to lead technical initiatives and standardize automation in hardware environments.
• Expertise in analog electronics troubleshooting, precision noise analysis, and advanced characterization techniques.
• Strong communication skills demonstrated by presentations, documentation, and publications.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and execution of low-noise, cryogenic experiments on spin qubit devices to advance performance.
• Apply deep knowledge of qubit physics to develop automated tune-up methodologies for scalability.
• Develop characterization techniques and ML-based optimization workflows for measurements.
• Architect and maintain Python-driven automation for hardware control, data acquisition, and analysis.
• Operate and troubleshoot complex cryogenic and measurement systems to ensure uptime.
• Collaborate with measurement system teams to improve qubit control hardware and interconnects.
• Produce technical presentations and reports to communicate results and guide decisions.
• Shape experimental strategy through data-driven analysis and strong technical judgment.

Skills

Qubit device physics

Cryogenic measurement platforms

Python

Automation development

Machine learning workflows

Hardware interfacing

Technical leadership

Analog electronics troubleshooting

Precision noise analysis

Characterization techniques

Technical writing

Publications

Education

Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field with specialization in quantum devices or quantum technologies

Tools

Python-driven automation

Job description

HRL Laboratories in California seeks a PhD-level quantum device scientist to lead cryogenic spin qubit experiments and advance system performance. You will apply deep qubit physics knowledge to automated tune-ups, develop ML-based workflows, and architect Python automation for hardware control and data analysis.

The role emphasizes leadership in experimental direction, rigorous data analysis, and communication of results to guide device development. Doctoral expertise is required.