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Microsoft has an internal program pursuing topological qubits for large-scale quantum computing. We are also working closely with a growing list of companies to advance quantum computer systems at every layer of the stack and bring them to market on the Microsoft Quantum accelerator platform. We believe Artificial Intelligence (AI) can accelerate both the creation of useful quantum computers and bring-in the timelines for their realization. For more information about the Microsoft Quantum team, please visit https://quantum.microsoft.com/\nThe Quantum Design team at Microsoft is seeking a Senior Quantum Engineer to design and simulate next-generation quantum processing unit (QPU) chips, advancing scalable quantum computing based on topological qubits. You will design chip components, including wiring and interfaces that integrate with control and readout layers, and collaborate with experts in systems design, fabrication, packaging, and control.\nWhat we’re looking for:\nYou bring experience in quantum device design and radio-frequency (RF) simulation, familiarity with integrated circuit design workflows and tool development, and a passion for advancing quantum computing. Clear communication and effective interdisciplinary collaboration are central to this role.\nAt Microsoft, our mission-to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more-guides how we partner with customers to deliver trusted, impactful solutions. With a growth mindset culture, we innovate responsibly and measure success by shared progress-people, teams, and customers. Join us to do meaningful work that changes the world and helps shape what’s next for everyone.\nResponsibilities\nDevice Design: Develop QPU chip designs and interfaces to readout/control layers using simulation-driven, fabrication-aware workflows.\nRF Simulation: Perform RF simulations of QPU chips and interface layers to define design requirements and optimize control/readout performance.\nCross-Team Collaboration: Partner with fabrication, systems, packaging, and control teams to co-design QPUs, incorporating constraints and requirements.\nTool Development: Build and maintain design tools, functionalize devices into models, and enable co-design with internal teams and external partners.\nProcess Optimization: Apply integrated circuit design principles and engineering best practices to improve design processes and recommend optimizations.\nOther:Embody our Culture and Values\n\nQualifications\nRequired/Minimum Qualifications\nMaster's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years technical engineering experienceOR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years technical engineering experience\nOR equivalent experience\n\nOther Requirements:\nAbility to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:\nMicrosoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.\n Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations or Export Administration Regulations, the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide either proof of their country of citizenship or proof of their U.S. permanent residency or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate’s citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable.\nAdditional or Preferred Qualifications\nDoctorate in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years technical engineering experienceOR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience\nOR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience\nOR equivalent experience\n\n3+ years of experience in chip or printed circuit board (PCB) design involving quantum devices, mixed-signal integrated circuits, high-speed RF/digital circuits, or equivalent relevant experience.\nProficiency with industry-standard or custom chip and circuit design tools, including electronic design automation (EDA) tools for integrated circuit (IC), application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) design, physical design, and verification.\nExperience with RF circuit and electromagnetic simulation for device, chip, and interconnect modeling and optimization, using tools such as Ansys, Sigrity, COMSOL, Cadence, or Simulation Program with Integrated Circuit Emphasis (SPICE)-based simulators.\nExperience with device and chip thermal modeling, preferably in quantum or cryogenic operating regimes, using Ansys, COMSOL, or custom modeling packages.\nExperience with semiconductor device design and fabrication processes, including process design kits (PDKs), along with Python programming and collaborative development using Git/GitHub.\nKnowledge of quantum computing principles and hands-on quantum hardware experience, such as superconducting-qubit or spin-qubit systems.\nAbility to work in an “AI-first” environment using modern AI tools to accelerate discovery through both hardware and software development.\nDesign and build AI agents/copilots that assist with experiment setup, log triage, measurement report generation, protocol templating, and knowledge retrieval (e.g. instrument manuals, design docs).\n#Quantum #QuantumCareers #MDQCareers\nHardware Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $160,200 - $261,000 per year.\nCertain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:\nhttps://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay\nThis position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.\nMicrosoft is an equal opportunity employer. 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