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As a Principal Quantum Materials Engineer at Microsoft Quantum, you will lead the development of superconductor-semiconductor heterostructures that enhance topological qubit performance and scalability. This senior role involves defining and refining molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) growth protocols to achieve precise control over interfaces, composition, strain, and defect density, driving materials improvements such as enhanced spin-orbit coupling and reduced disorder. You will collaborate closely with device physics, modeling, and characterization teams in a fast-paced R&D environment, designing data-driven experiments that link growth conditions to structure, properties, and device outcomes. Additionally, you will develop or integrate new diagnostics for MBE systems, lead cross-functional technical initiatives, and leverage AI tools to accelerate materials discovery and optimization. The ideal candidate holds a PhD with 2+ years of industry experience or equivalent senior-level technical leadership in quantum-relevant materials systems, including expertise in semiconductor-superconductor hybrid materials and III-V semiconductors.