Quantum Engineer, Systems Performance

As a Senior Quantum Engineer on the Systems Performance team, you will help to build the next generation of Rigetti’s quantum hardware and unlock new performance levels of our quantum processors. In your daily work, you will design and execute experiments to test new device layouts and hardware configurations, perform measurements and data analysis, identify loss and dephasing channels, and propose new experimental solutions to improve device performance. You will work cross-functionally with a diverse set of engineers and scientists, with expertise spanning cryogenics, device design and fabrication, RF electronics, and software development, to identify and mitigate hardware limitations on device performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently design and execute experimental programs to inform the technical roadmap and drive systems-level improvements.
• Identify and address complex gaps in existing technology through collaborative work with cross-functional teams.
• Define and test requirements of new hardware components from the perspective of quantum processor performance.

About You

• A Ph. D. in experimental physics.
• Command of RF measurement techniques.
• Hands on experience with cryogenic systems and measurements.
• A demonstrated expertise in experimental problem solving and experimental research with a focus on product development.
• Ability to focus on defined goals and quickly adapt a plan in view of new data.
• Working knowledge of Python.
• Enjoys teamwork and inter-team collaboration.
• Track record of meaningful accomplishments in quantum science or related fields.

Nice to Have

• Experience with superconducting quantum devices, time-domain measurements, single- and two-qubit gates.
• Experience with dispersive readout. 
• Strong coding skills.
• Prior technical role in an industry or start-up environment.

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 by Chad Rigetti and today employs more than 130 people with offices in the United States, U.K., and Australia. Learn more at www.rigetti.com.

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Export Licensing Compliance

This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license. In order to ensure compliance, Rigetti must determine U.S. citizenship or U.S. visa/immigration status of all prospective applicants for this position.

Any citizenship information provided will be reviewed solely for export control compliance purposes. Only applicants eligible to receive export-controlled items, software, technology, and information will be considered for this position. Citizenship information will be handled in accordance with Rigetti’s policies prohibiting discrimination based upon classifications protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rigetti is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.