Device and materials characterization scientist - 703
US Brooklyn Park, MN
Science & Technology – Quantum Computing Hardware /
Full-time /
On-site
We are seeking a Device and materials characterization scientist in our Brooklyn Park, MN location to perform and oversee materials and device characterization relating to our ion trap technologies.
This person will help develop, maintain and grow our characterization capabilities. They will also collaborate and embark on studies to better understand our existing technologies on the materials and device levels as well as help us find enabling materials and devices to accelerate our roadmap.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and grow our cryogenic and other test capabilities to support our ion trap fabrication group and other organizations across the company.
- Identify new tools and vendors to help mature and accelerate our characterization capabilities. Work to provide planning and justification for procurement of new tools.
- Support development and population of material properties databases to inform design and modeling efforts.
- Develop collaborations that will enable rapid implementation of new materials and devices
YOU MUST HAVE:
- Bachelor’s degree minimum
- Minimum 3+ years of experience writing software for measurement and performing data analysis in Python, MatLab, LabView or other environments
- Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person. defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
- Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen
WE VALUE:
- Advanced degree in Physics, Materials Science or Engineering preferred
- Ability to develop and maintain test capabilities. This may include coordination of cryogenic handling, troubleshooting and proposing new instrumentation.
- Excellent communication and reporting skills with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, defend results and propose next steps.
- Experience working with Capital equipment and service providers. Including defining specifications and procurement.
- Experience working in a cross-functional, R&D team environment.
- Materials database development experience.
$133,000 - $166,000 a year
Compensation & Benefits:
Non-Incentive Eligible
The pay range for this role is $133,000 – $166,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.
Quantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing. The company’s quantum systems deliver the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. Quantinuum’s over 650 employees, including 400+ scientists and engineers, across the US, UK, Germany, and Japan, are driving the quantum computing revolution.
By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries.
By joining Quantinuum, you’ll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.
What’s in it for you?
A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work
Flexible work schedule
Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit
Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time
Paid parental leave
Employee discounts
Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal
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