Principal Quantum Architect

Responsibilities

• Analyze qubit tuning and quantum circuit execution flows in measurement-based topological quantum systems, translating system-level needs into scalable architectural requirements.
• Define and drive subsystem requirements for the readout, control, and orchestration software layers, ensuring alignment with system performance, scalability, and operational goals.
• Analyze performance and scaling through scaling analysis, behavioral modeling, and rapid prototyping.
• Communicate architectural concepts, tradeoffs, and recommendations effectively across a multi-disciplinary team.
• Leverage modern AI tools to support architectural validation, rapid prototyping, performance analysis, and engineering productivity.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
• Master's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
• Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
• Equivalent experience.

Other Requirements

• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements.
• Ability to use AI tools to improve engineering productivity, including performance analysis, research synthesis, and routine workflow automation.
• Ability to work effectively in an AI-first environment by incorporating modern AI tools into day-to-day hardware development and decision-making.