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The Principal Quantum Materials Engineer joins the Microsoft Quantum team to lead the development of superconductor and dielectric materials essential for topological qubit performance and scalability. This role involves defining thin film deposition protocols for complex superconductor-semiconductor heterostructures while managing precise control over interfaces, composition, strain, band offsets, and defect density. The engineer will design data-driven experiments to link deposition conditions to device outcomes, provide technical judgment on material tradeoffs, and lead the development of in-situ diagnostics like RHEED and spectroscopy. Key skills include expertise in thin film deposition techniques such as MBE, ALD, or reactive sputtering, alongside characterization methods like ellipsometry and X-ray diffraction. Additionally, the role requires utilizing AI tools for accelerated discovery, experiment planning, and data interpretation to solve complex challenges in quantum information technology and material science.