Quantum Processor Design Engineer
Quantum Processor Design Engineer
Opportunity
Are you looking to develop your design and simulation skills whilst being surrounded by a wide range of talent?
Working at OQC as a Quantum Processor Design Engineer you will take an active role in designing and developing our quantum processors and their surrounding infrastructure. You will work with our Quantum Engineers to understand which parameters are important to optimise, as well as the link between simulation and experimental measurements.This will include maintaining and improving our existing Quantum Processor Unit design as well as implementing design requests from other developers in the Quantum Systems team.
Remuneration- £53,000-£65,000
- 25 Days holiday
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Pension
- Private medical insurance
- EAP cash plan
- Group life and group income protection
- Hybrid working
- Cycle to work scheme
- EV Car Scheme
- Gym and wellness benefits
Role
As the newest addition to the team, your primary aim will be to work as a developer for our Quantum Processor Unit. The role will include circuit design, detailed analysis and simulation of the Quantum Processor Unit that OQC deploys. You will act as an advisor to the wider team for development solutions whilst maintaining high quality documentation to capture ideas and results.
Person Specification
REQUIRED SKILLS- Master’s degree in physics/electrical engineering/RF engineering or similar plus Commercial experience OR a PhD in a relevant field
- Good knowledge of python programming language
- Familiarity using finite element method solvers, such as HFSS/Sonnet/Comsol etc.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work across multiple teams and disciplines
- Ability to take initiative and work in a self-driven manner
- Experience of working with different software lifecycle methodologies
- An excellent understanding of RF/microwave principles, theory and design techniques
- Experience in simulations of either quantum or RF properties of superconducting circuits
Skills can be learnt, diversity cannot.
About Our Company
At OQC, we see a brighter future for all, enabled by quantum.
Together we are pioneering cutting-edge quantum computers that unlock transformative discoveries, from advancing drug modelling to revolutionising battery technology. Our mission is to put quantum in the hands of humanity, empowering customers to discover new commercial and scientific frontiers.
When you join OQC, you become part of a diverse team of innovators, creators, and problem solvers. We bring together some of the brightest minds in quantum physics, nanotechnologies, hardware, software and commercial operations. Each team member brings a unique skill set and are united by our values, which guide us in everything we do - how we work, how we collaborate and how we shape the future of our industry.
Are you ready to help us build this future?
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Please use the link provided to apply for the role of Quantum Processor Design Engineer. To aid your application, it will be beneficial to provide us with a cover letter outlining why you think you would be a good fit for the role and what attracts you to OQC.We look forward to hearing from you!
At OQC we are not just hoping you’ll fit in our culture. We aspire to thrive, as a company and as people, thanks to your diversity of thought and background. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing our team members with a work environment free from discrimination, where everyone is treated with respect.Our employment decisions are based on business needs, talent and merit and all our colleagues share in the responsibility for fulfilling our commitment to diversity. We look forward to meeting you!