Fermilab

Quantum Computing Engineer I

Fermilab$79K — $104K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Electronics Engineering or Physics with 1+ years of experience, or Master's/PhD in Electronics Engineering or Physics (post-degree experience preferred)
  • Experience in Python scripting with scientific computing tools and instrument control
  • Ability to collaborate in a matrixed team environment
  • Strong communication skills
  • Understanding of hardware and software integration for quantum systems

Responsibilities

  • Design moderately complex quantum computing software/hardware interfaces
  • Assist in applying quantum computing technologies to projects
  • Integrate and test microwave systems for superconducting quantum computing
  • Deploy hardware and software controls for qubit characterization
  • Analyze complex high-frequency RF signals for quantum implementations
  • Automate measurements and data acquisition on quantum testbeds
  • Monitor test operations and propose plans for equipment improvements

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • Short and Long-term disability insurance
  • Retirement benefits
  • Onsite day care
Full Job Description
The expected hiring range for this position is:
$79,300.00-$104,400.00.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

This position does not provide relocation or sponsorship.

About the Role:

SQMS is seeking a quantum computing engineer to study device performance and improve measurement techniques. You will utilize advanced knowledge of engineering as well as computing, hardware, or physics, to perform experimental research in the use of superconducting quantum systems and quantum physics.

What your day-to-day as a Quantum Computing Engineer at Fermilab will look like:

  • Designing moderately complex quantum computing software/hardware interfaces and/or training platforms. Depending on area of assignment, may focus on quantum computing, quantum sensing, materials, and/or quantum physics experiments.
  • Assisting in application of quantum computing technologies to SQMS projects, including but not limited to superconducting cavities.
  • Integrating and testing microwave systems for superconducting quantum computing.
  • Deploying hardware and software controls for qubit characterization and readout, as well as supporting scientific experiments through hands-on work with quantum computing testbeds.
  • Understanding and elaborating system design of hardware architecture.
  • Designing analogue conditioning circuits and digital signal processing systems.
  • Synthetizing and analyzing complex high-frequency RF signals for the implementation of quantum gates and microwave pulses.
  • Automating measurements, controls, data acquisition, and processing on quantum computing testbeds.
  • Participating in design and testing efforts. Monitoring test and facility operations to isolate and define functional problems with equipment. Developing and proposing plans and improvements to rectify problems and meet project goals.
  • Writing scientific papers, technical documents, and engineering notes.
  • Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Abiding by and being responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.


Essential Competencies and Attributes for Success:
  • Bachelor's in Electronics Engineering or Physics and 1+ years of professional engineering experience
  • or a Master's/PhD in Electronics Engineering or Physics (post-degree experience a plus).


Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
  • Solid experience in Python scripting using scientific computing tools and instrument control.
  • Ability to collaboratively multi-task within a highly matrixed team environment.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with professionals in other disciplines.


Work Arrangement:

Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.
  • Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.


Benefits/Perks:
Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • Short and Long-term disability insurance
  • Retirement benefits
  • Onsite day care


About Fermilab

Fermilab is America's premier particle physics laboratory. Collaborating with scientists from around the world, we perform pioneering research, operate world-leading particle accelerators and experiments, and develop technologies for science in support of U.S. industry. Fermilab is managed by Fermi Research Alliance LLC, a partnership of the University of Chicago and the Universities Research Association, Inc.
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