Senior Quantum Measurement Engineer

Microsoft

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Work type: On-site
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Salary: $119,800–$234,700 / yr
Posted: 7 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Closes: Apr 17, 2027

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Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing

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TL;DR · Senior Quantum Measurement Engineer

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The Senior Quantum Measurement Engineer joins the Microsoft Quantum team to measure and operate integrated quantum systems combining topological qubits with advanced components. In this role, you will design and execute experiments to characterize hybrid semiconductor-superconductor devices and extract actionable information from complex, noisy results. You will collaborate with experts in materials science, microwave engineering, and quantum device physics to improve system performance. Key responsibilities include identifying opportunities to automate measurements and applying AI methods for performance modeling and task automation. Required skills include experience with cryogenic measurement systems at 4K and colder, data acquisition, and programming in high-level languages like Python or Matlab. You will utilize version control tools like Git to advance the technology stack for scalable quantum computing systems.

Skills

Quantum Computing Microwave Engineering Cryogenic Measurement Systems Python Matlab Git AI Data Acquisition Materials Science Nanofabrication Solid-State Quantum Devices High-Performance Computing System Engineering Version Control

What you'll do

Design and execute experiments to characterize the properties and performance of integrated quantum systems.
Characterize hybrid semiconductor-superconductor devices to understand system performance and limitations.
Extract actionable information from complex, partial, and noisy experimental results.
Communicate proposed actions and technical findings to team members and stakeholders.
Utilize technical input from materials science and microwave engineering to drive system improvements.
Streamline and automate quantum measurements using AI methods where appropriate.
Develop shipping and prototype code to accelerate engineering processes.
Leverage AI tools for performance modeling, research gathering, and task automation.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field with 6+ years of industry or R&D experience.
Master's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field with 4+ years of industry or R&D experience.
Doctorate in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field with 1+ year of industry or R&D experience.
Ability to pass Microsoft Cloud Background Checks and provide proof of citizenship or U.S. permanent residency for export control regulations.
Ability to apply AI to accelerate engineering while developing shipping and prototype code.
Ability to leverage AI tools for performance modeling, research gathering, and task automation.
Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience, Master's degree with 6+ years of experience, or Doctorate with 3+ years of experience (preferred).
8+ years of experience in solid-state quantum devices, cryogenic measurement systems, data acquisition, and high-level programming (preferred).

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