Senior Quantum Measurement Engineer — Cryogenic Automation

Quantum Software; West Lafayette (IN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Software in West Lafayette, Indiana, seeks a senior quantum hardware researcher to validate device behavior, design experiments, and optimize automated data collection at sub-Kelvin temperatures.

The role collaborates between materials, device fabrication, and systems engineering to accelerate experimental cycles and drive iterative improvements in quantum devices and measurement protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Physics, Electrical Engineering or related field with 1+–6+ years of industry/R&D experience depending on degree.

Responsibilities

• Validate physical device behavior and refine experimental procedures during hardware development.
• Conduct low-temperature physical measurements and refine data collection methods.
• Integrate automated tools to accelerate experimental cycles and provide feedback to design teams.
• Translate observations into actionable feedback for fabrication and architecture teams.

Skills

Cryogenic measurements

Python

Git

RF measurements

Device characterization

Automation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Materials integration

Education

Bachelor's in Physics or Electrical Engineering

Master's in Physics or Electrical Engineering

PhD in Physics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cryogenic measurement equipment

RF instrumentation tools

Instrumentation control software

Job description

Quantum Software in West Lafayette, Indiana, seeks a senior quantum hardware researcher to validate device behavior, design experiments, and optimize automated data collection at sub-Kelvin temperatures.

The role collaborates between materials, device fabrication, and systems engineering to accelerate experimental cycles and drive iterative improvements in quantum devices and measurement protocols.