Quantum Qubit Characterization Engineer

International Business Machines Corporation; Town of Yorktown (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

IBM Research in Yorktown Heights, NY, invites applications for a Qubit Characterization Engineer. The role focuses on characterizing superconducting qubits and devices using cryogenic measurements and advanced RF/microwave instrumentation.

You will develop experiments, analyze data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve qubit yield and performance. The position requires a BS or MS in a relevant field, with hands-on experience in quantum hardware and cryogenic systems.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in physics, electrical engineering, or related field with hands-on quantum hardware experience.
• Experience with microwave/RF measurements and cryogenic systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex experimental setups and communicate results clearly.

Responsibilities

• Characterize superconducting qubits and devices via cryogenic measurements.
• Develop and run measurement experiments using RF/microwave instrumentation and data acquisition systems; analyze data to identify device limitations.
• Collaborate with fabrication, design, and software teams to diagnose device performance issues and translate results into hardware improvements.

Skills

Qubit characterization

Cryogenic measurements

Microwave/RF measurements

Data analysis

Laboratory instrumentation

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Python/AI tooling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

Python

AI/ML libraries

Data acquisition systems

Cryogenic equipment

Job description

IBM Research in Yorktown Heights, NY, invites applications for a Qubit Characterization Engineer. The role focuses on characterizing superconducting qubits and devices using cryogenic measurements and advanced RF/microwave instrumentation.

You will develop experiments, analyze data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve qubit yield and performance. The position requires a BS or MS in a relevant field, with hands-on experience in quantum hardware and cryogenic systems.