Superconducting Circuit Quantum Engineer

Applied Materials, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock award program

Bonus program

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a passionate Superconducting Circuit Quantum Engineer to join our CTO group in Santa Clara.

You will apply hands-on circuit/device design, micro/nanofabrication, and cryogenic characterization to develop novel materials and devices for quantum information technologies. Collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams, you will evaluate new fabrication techniques, interpret data, document results, and help translate research into scalable devices that push the

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with superconducting circuits/devices.
• Experience in micro/nanofabrication and cryogenic testing.
• Strong problem-solving and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop superconducting quantum circuits and devices.
• Develop and optimize fabrication processes for superconducting quantum devices.
• Design experiments, collect data, and translate results into improvements in materials, processes, device design and performance.
• Troubleshoot complex device and process issues and improve yield and reproducibility.
• Measure material, electrical, microwave, and device properties and interpret their impact on circuit performance.
• Collaborate across materials, process engineering, device design, characterization, and integration teams to develop new quantum technologies.
• Evaluate and implement new materials, fabrication technologies, and analytical instrumentation.
• Generate high-quality technical documentation, reports, and development plans for stakeholders.
• Engage with customers, research partners, vendors, and suppliers to address challenges and identify opportunities.

Skills

Superconducting circuit design

Micro/nanofabrication

Cryogenic characterization

Device integration

Data analysis

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world's technology.

What We Offer

Salary: $138,000.00 - $190,000.00

Location: Santa Clara, CA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers.

We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible- while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.

Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality.

Our innovations Make Possible the technology shaping the future.

At Applied's CTO group, we focus on enabling technologies for quantum information applications, i.e. superconducting qubits and optical quantum computing.

Our primary objective is to collaborate with system companies and universities to develop quantum devices with significantly lower error rates compared to current standards.

Our approach centers on harnessing state of the art materials engineering and semiconductor processing to enhance device performance.

To advance our quantum technology initiatives, we are seeking a passionate Superconducting Circuit Quantum Engineer with a strong background in superconducting qubit devices.

The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on experience in superconducting circuit/device design, micro/nanofabrication, and cryogenic characterization, and will apply this expertise to develop novel materials, processes, and devices for emerging quantum information technologies.

We value people and teams who turn possibilities into reality.

We are deeply committed to fostering a Culture of Inclusion where every person knows they belong, feels empowered to bring their whole self to work, and is inspired to grow.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop superconducting quantum circuits and devices, including qubits, resonators, couplers, and related test structures.
• Develop and optimize fabrication processes for superconducting quantum devices, with emphasis on materials, interfaces, patterning, deposition, etch, and device integration.
• Design experiments, collect and analyze data, and translate results into actionable improvements in materials, processes, device design, and performance.
• Troubleshoot complex device and process issues, perform root-cause analysis, and develop solutions to improve device performance, yield, and reproducibility.
• Measure and analyze relevant material, electrical, microwave, and device properties and interpret their impact on superconducting quantum circuit performance.
• Collaborate across materials, process engineering, device design, characterization, and integration teams to develop new quantum technologies.
• Evaluate and implement new materials, fabrication technologies, characterization techniques, and analytical instrumentation.
• Generate high-quality technical documentation, reports, presentations, and development plans for internal and external stakeholders.
• Engage with customers, research partners, vendors, and suppliers to address technical challenges and identify new technology opportunities.

Functional Knowledge

Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Additional Information

• Time Type: Full time
• Employee Type: New College Grad
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Eligible: Yes

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members.

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable. For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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