Quantum Design Engineer

QuantWare

ABOUT US QuantWare is building the world’s most powerful quantum processors to solve humanity's greatest challenges. We do this with our unique VIO™ technology, the only QPU architecture that breaks the hardware barriers that have held quantum computing back, unlocking the path to MegaQubit quantum processors. With VIO, we are paving the way for the hyper-scale quantum computers that will change the world. And delivering on that vision demands people who don’t shy away from tackling the hardest challenges of our time. That’s where you come in! Our Quantum Processor Team is seeking a Quantum Design Engineer to support the development of the next generation of processors. This role is focused on quantum chip design and the development of the design workflows that enable scalable processor development. You will contribute to the design and optimisation of on-chip quantum components while also helping to build and maintain the underlying design infrastructure, including PDKs, DRC flows and tapeout generation tools. Working closely with experienced designers and fabrication teams, you will play an important role in supporting the development of our large-scale QPUs. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING * Contribute to the development of quantum chip design tools including PDKs, DRCs, tuners and tape-out generation tools. * Own quantum chip design projects for R&D and product development, contributing to the design and optimisation of new quantum processors. * Manage the full development loop for the chips you design, coordinating with fabrication and measurement teams to ensure successful transfer and execution. * Support Foundry customers in designing chips that conform to QuantWare's PDK, providing guidance throughout the design process to meet technical and operational standards. * Drive process improvement initiatives, identifying bottlenecks and recommending enhancements to tools, workflows, and design-to-tapeout processes for improved efficiency.   YOUR PROFILE Core Requirements: * MSc or higher level understanding of circuit design and microwave / RF engineering. * Hands-on experience with RF simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS HFSS, Sonnet, or equivalent), with a demonstrated ability to model and optimise microwave structures. * 4+ years of experience in collaborative Python programming. * A solid track record of delivering complex technical projects, demonstrating initiative, autonomy, and an eye for practical impact. * Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. You thrive in a cross-disciplinary environment and are comfortable taking ownership from day one. Bonus Points * Direct experience working with superconducting and quantum circuits. * Familiarity with quantum design and layout tools (such as Qiskit Metal, KLayout, or GDSFactory), as well as CI/CD pipelines. * Knowledge of nanofabrication processes and cryogenic measurement techniques.   Don't tick every box? Apply anyway. We know great candidates don't always follow a straight path, and we value diverse experience, perspectives, and ways of thinking. If this role excites you and you believe you can make an impact, we'd love to hear from you! What We Offer: At QuantWare, you’ll be part of a high-performing team of world-class experts in an ambitious, fast-moving environment. From day one, you’ll have the trust, tools, and support to do your best work. Here’s what you can expect: Competitive salary - A salary that reflects the impact and importance of the role (and of course 8% holiday allowance) Pension that’s built to last - A generous and future-proof pension plan that includes partner and dependent coverage. Flexibility built on trust - We focus on outcomes. Work flexibly, in a hybrid setup, with an open vacation policy that lets you manage your time Personal growth - We invest in your L&D, with a budget available to each team member, dependent on their individual ambitions, development needs, and performance A connected team - We make space to celebrate wins together, with team events, offsites, and spontaneous moments that bring us closer Diversity & Inclusion at QuantWare We’re an ambitious company, not only for our goals but also to become an even more diverse and inclusive team. We know this helps us with better decisions, more innovation, and strengthens our culture. In particular, we’d love to see more women in the quantum industry! So if you’re a female talent, excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. As part of our recruitment process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening.

QuantWare

ABOUT US QuantWare is building the world’s most powerful quantum processors to solve humanity's greatest challenges. We do this with our unique VIO™ technology, the only QPU architecture that breaks the hardware barriers that have held quantum computing back, unlocking the path to MegaQubit quantum processors. With VIO, we are paving the way for the hyper-scale quantum computers that will change the world. And delivering on that vision demands people who don’t shy away from tackling the hardest challenges of our time. That’s where you come in! As a Fabrication Engineer for Parametric Quantum Devices, your work will be essential to advancing the performance and scalability of our quantum processors. You will focus on the research, development, and physical realization of the quantum signal chain, with a particular emphasis on Traveling Wave Parametric Amplifiers (TWPAs) and readout components—utilizing superconducting devices both with and without Josephson junctions. You will work in an international, collaborative environment, bridging the gap between fundamental physics and engineering. Working in a tight feedback loop with experimentalists and design engineers, you’ll turn measurement insights into rapid fabrication iterations that push the performance of our parametric devices. Your contributions will be essential in meeting our technical and product milestones, ensuring QuantWare remains at the forefront of quantum computing innovation. What you'll be doing * Fabrication Workflow Optimization: Continuously improve our fabrication workflow for readout devices and TWPAs, utilizing feedback from the measurement and design engineers to iterate on device performance. * Process Standardization: Develop and maintain high-standard protocols for the fabrication of superconducting components, ensuring high yield and reproducibility across different wafers. * Innovative Material Research: Investigate new materials and technological solutions to improve device metrics. * Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation of experimental setups, process protocols, and characterization results; prepare technical reports and presentations to communicate progress and insights to the wider team. * Collaborative Development: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that innovations in the readout chain are successfully integrated into our next-generation quantum processors. Your Profile * Nanofabrication and cleanroom experience with E-beam / UV lithography / dry etching / wet etching / PVD and CVD/ diagnostics (2+ yrs). Specialized experience in Josephson junction fabrication is highly valued. * A Ph.D. or equivalent experience (Master’s degree + 2 years of industry experience) in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. * Hands-on experience in a cleanroom environment, fabricating superconducting devices. * Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Don't tick every box? Apply anyway. We know great candidates don't always follow a straight path, and we value diverse experience, perspectives, and ways of thinking. If this role excites you and you believe you can make an impact, we'd love to hear from you! What We Offer: At QuantWare, you’ll be part of a high-performing team of world-class experts in an ambitious, fast-moving environment. From day one, you’ll have the trust, tools, and support to do your best work. Here’s what you can expect: Competitive salary - A salary that reflects the impact and importance of the role (and of course 8% holiday allowance) Pension that’s built to last - A generous and future-proof pension plan that includes partner and dependent coverage. Flexibility built on trust - We focus on outcomes. Work flexibly, in a hybrid setup, with an open vacation policy that lets you manage your time Personal growth - We invest in your L&D, with a budget available to each team member, dependent on their individual ambitions, development needs, and performance A connected team - We make space to celebrate wins together, with team events, offsites, and spontaneous moments that bring us closer Diversity & Inclusion at QuantWare We’re an ambitious company, not only for our goals but also to become an even more diverse and inclusive team. We know this helps us with better decisions, more innovation, and strengthens our culture. In particular, we’d love to see more women in the quantum industry! So if you’re a female talent, excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. As part of our recruitment process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening.

QphoX

QphoX is looking for a Quantum Photonics Engineer to join us in developing and building integrated nonlinear photonics devices. To achieve our mission, we are looking for enthusiastic candidates with scientific skills and resourcefulness. Joining a dynamic team with a rich diversity of backgrounds and nationalities, you'll be at the forefront of developing the next generation of devices aimed at elevating their performance to new heights. With access to cutting-edge methodologies and state-of-the-art tools, our laboratory team works in our recently expanded and fully operational laboratory to characterize devices, perform experiments and find the next generation of improvements to propel our technology forward. You will be involved in: * Design and characterization of integrated photonics devices * Quantum optics experiments * Analysing, summarizing, and sharing your results * Solving technical and engineering challenges * Working in collaboration with fabrication, measurement and simulation scientists and engineers Skills and knowledge you will bring to QphoX: * MSc graduate with a background in physics, quantum optics, integrated photonics, or related field * 2-3 years of lab experience * Experience with Python for instrument automation, data acquisition and data analysis * Experience with measurement of integrated photonics devices * Good understanding of nonlinear optics * Ability to work collaboratively with other engineers, scientists and technicians with a wide range of expertise * Good organizational and planning skills to achieve set goals on time. Supplementary skills set: * Experienced with FDTD or frequency domain optical simulation software’s (e.g. COMSOL, ANSYS Lumerical, MEEP) Our Ideal Candidate: They are passionate about hands-on experimentation and scientific work. They are self-motivated, responsible, and eager to learn new tools and techniques. They are keen to contribute across the entire journey from experiment to product - from developing concepts to presenting results. Teamwork is an essential value of our company, hence fitting into the team is crucial. Finally, we have a positive and fast-paced learning environment. We strongly encourage people of any underrepresented group to apply as we are committed to diversity and work to build an inclusive environment where all people, regardless of gender, race, religion, or background, can thrive. Benefits and other perks of working with us: * Competitive salary * Employment stock ownership plan * End-year performance-based bonus * 25 days of holidays on a full-time basis * Career growth opportunities * Opportunities to network and connect About us: At QphoX we strive to be an inclusive place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to learn, to live their passion and do their best work. We are dedicated to promoting equality, creating a safe environment for everyone, and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, socioeconomic background and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different. We truly think diversity is a strength and working in a diverse environment, and being exposed to a variety of perspectives makes us stronger as a team and better human beings.