Systems Yield Engineer, Quantum AI

Google LLC; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

Google LLC in Goleta, CA is seeking a Share Systems Yield Engineer for Quantum AI to drive testing for yield and reliability of critical components. The role develops test methods and fixtures for room temperature and cryogenic environments, collaborating with software and hardware teams to keep test data traceable for rapid decision-making.

Salary is US dollars with equity and benefits; individual pay is determined by skills, experience, and education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a specialized field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP, etc.), or equivalent practical experience.
• 3 years of experience with electrical testing.
• 3 years of experience using statistical and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Specify, design, and maintain mechanical, electrical, and thermal test fixturing for component, sub-assembly, and system testing.
• Develop new test methods for both room temperature and cryogenic environments.
• Partner with software and hardware teams to assure test and yield data are traceable and accessible for fast decision‑making.
• Perform data analysis in support of new tests and root cause analysis.
• Work with internal hardware teams and vendors to create pass/fail criteria and automation for test analysis.

Skills

Electrical testing

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree (EE/CE/CS/Physics)

Master's or PhD (preferred)

Tools

Plotly

matplotlib

Python

JMP

ReliaSoft

Job description

Share Systems Yield Engineer, Quantum AI

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• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a specialized field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP, etc.), or equivalent practical experience.
• 3 years of experience with electrical testing.
• 3 years of experience using statistical and data analysis tools.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP).
• Experience with data visualization libraries like Plotly or matplotlib and experience contributing to and collaborating within a shared codebase.
• Experience with cryogenic testing.
• Proficiency in data analysis using tools such as Python, JMP, ReliaSoft, or similar.
• Familiarity with PCB design principles.and understanding of mechanical design fundamentals.
• Familiarity with electrical noise and measurement sensitivity.

About the job

As a part of the Quantum Systems Yield Engineer, you will drive development and execution of comprehensive testing to characterize the yield and reliability of critical components and assemblies. In this role, you will develop innovative test methods and custom fixtures for both room temperature and cryogenic environments, collaborate closely with software and hardware teams, ensure that test and yield data remains traceable and accessible to facilitate rapid decision-making. You will partner with multiple QAI teams to keep our test coverage up to date with rapid hardware advancements.

The full potential of quantum computing will be unlocked with a large-scale computer capable of complex, error‑corrected computations. Google Quantum AI's mission is to build this computer and unlock solutions to classically intractable problems. Our roadmap is focused on advancing the capabilities of quantum computing and enabling meaningful applications.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $132000 - $189000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

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• Specify, design, and maintain mechanical, electrical, and thermal test fixturing for component, sub-assembly, and system testing.
• Develop new test methods for both room temperature and cryogenic environments.
• Partner with software and hardware teams to assure test and yield data are traceable and accessible for fast decision‑making.
• Perform data analysis in support of new tests and root cause analysis.
• Work with internal hardware teams and vendors to create pass/fail criteria and automation for test analysis.

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Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

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