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Quantum Scientist

Princeton, NJ ยท On-site

$180/hr

We're looking for a few visionary scientists and engineers to join our team, to move fast and blow ... experiments to validate key performance metrics. You might be a good fit if you have experience ...

PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field * Hands-on experimental experience with one or more quantum platforms, including solid-state spin defects ...

Quantum Scientist

Princeton, NJ ยท On-site

$200 - $250/hr

We're looking for a few visionary scientists and engineers to join our team, to move fast and blow ... experiments to validate key performance metrics. You might be a good fit if you have experience ...

PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field * Hands-on experimental experience with one or more quantum platforms, including solid-state spin defects ...

Senior HPC and Quantum Systems Engineer

Westford, MA ยท Hybrid

$108K - $148K/yr

... experimental quantum hardware into a reliable, high-impact research platform. You will lead all ... Hybrid Quantum-HPC Platform Engineering Build, deploy, and operate a hybrid computing platform ...

Senior HPC and Quantum Systems Engineer

OR ยท On-site +1

$104K - $142K/yr

... experimental quantum hardware into a reliable, high-impact research platform. You will lead all ... Hybrid Quantum-HPC Platform Engineering Build, deploy, and operate a hybrid computing platform ...

Quantum Systems Engineer

San Diego, CA ยท On-site

$165K - $200K/yr

Translate experimental requirements from physics teams into optical system specifications and ... Collaborate daily with AMO physicists and quantum engineers - participate in experimental planning ...

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Lead Quantum Engineer, Systems Performance

Berkeley, CA โ€ข On-site

Rigetti Computing
IT Servicesย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees

$190K - $225K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Rigetti is seeking a Lead Quantum Engineer for the Systems Performance team.
In this position you will play a critical role in shaping our technical roadmap. You will lead a cross-functional team focused on building the next generation of Rigetti's quantum hardware, and take a high-ownership role in delivering the technologies required to unlock new levels of performance at scale.
In your daily work, you will propose new ideas to push the performance and scalability of superconducting qubit systems, design and execute experiments to test those ideas, and lead a diverse set of engineers and scientists to identify and mitigate key performance gaps.
The right candidate will have a demonstrated track record of scientific success across multiple institutions, technical leadership experience, a high-ownership mentality, and strong organization and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
  • Design, build, and lead cross-functional experimental programs to inform the technical roadmap and drive systems-level improvements.
  • Propose and explore new technical directions.
  • Identify and address complex gaps in existing technology.
  • Own the delivery of key quantum hardware technologies.

About You
  • PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Prior technical role in an industry or start-up environment.
  • Demonstrated technical leadership experience.
  • Direct experience with cryogenic systems and RF measurement techniques
  • Extensive hands-on experience with time-domain measurement, and superconducting quantum devices.
  • Track record of meaningful accomplishments in quantum science or related fields.
  • Working knowledge of Python.
  • Enjoys teamwork and inter-team collaboration.
  • Excellent communication skills.

Nice to Have
  • Strong coding skills.
  • Familiarity with cQED simulation tools.

$190,000 - $225,000 a year
Base Salary
Rigetti complies with all local and state regulations in regards to displaying salary ranges. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, and geographic location. Rigetti offers a full slate of benefits from competitive salaries, equity, medical, dental and vision for employees as well as a 401(k) plan, a paid parental leave program, rejuvenation days, and a vacation policy that aligns with local regulations and industry standards.
As engineering leaders, we value diversity and are committed to building a culture of inclusion to attract and engage innovative thinkers. Our technology, meant to serve all of humanity, cannot succeed if those who built it do not mirror the diversity of the communities we serve. Applications from women, minorities, and other under-represented groups are encouraged.
About Rigetti
Rigetti Computing is a pioneer in full-stack quantum computing. The company has operated quantum computers over the cloud since 2017 and serves global enterprise, government, and research clients through its Rigetti Quantum Cloud Services platform. The company's proprietary quantum-classical infrastructure provides ultra-low latency integration with public and private clouds for high-performance practical quantum computing. Rigetti has developed the industry's first multi-chip quantum processor for scalable quantum computing systems. The company designs and manufactures its chips in-house at Fab-1, the industry's first dedicated and integrated quantum device manufacturing facility. Rigetti was founded in 2013 and today employs more than 150 people with offices in the United States, U.K., and Australia. Learn more at www.rigetti.com.
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