Quantum Qubit Metrology Scientist – Low-Temp Tech

WD; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 246,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) Plan

Job summary

WD is seeking a Quantum Device Low Temperature Measurement Scientist in San Jose, CA to drive innovative research on superconducting qubits and low-temperature RF metrology. The role focuses on device design, packaging, and high-throughput characterization of wafers.

You will collaborate with R&D teams to improve qubit coherence times and gate operations, publish findings, and contribute to scalable quantum technologies in a fast-paced environment at WD.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science or related field.
• Experience in device nanofabrication challenges and packaging for superconducting qubits.
• Experience in low-temperature RF measurement of qubit devices.
• Proficiency in programming languages (Python, Rust, TCL, C) and FPGA-based microcontrollers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute research projects in quantum computing from qubits design to low temperature metrology.
• Collaborate with product teams to develop innovative solutions.
• Publish papers and present at conferences to communicate findings.

Skills

Python

Rust

TCL

C

FPGA

Education

Ph.D in Physics or related fields

Tools

Nanofabrication

RF Metrology

Low Temperature Characterization

Simulation Tools

Job description

WD is seeking a Quantum Device Low Temperature Measurement Scientist in San Jose, CA to drive innovative research on superconducting qubits and low-temperature RF metrology. The role focuses on device design, packaging, and high-throughput characterization of wafers.

You will collaborate with R&D teams to improve qubit coherence times and gate operations, publish findings, and contribute to scalable quantum technologies in a fast-paced environment at WD.