QuantWare is the world's leading manufacturer of superconducting quantum hardware. We are a high growth start-up with customers across multiple countries. Our mission is to accelerate the advent of the quantum computer.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated R&D Fabrication Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of developing and optimizing fabrication processes, addressing technological challenges, and advancing the next generation of superconducting QPUs. You will receive training to become part of one of the world’s leading teams in QPU and quantum circuit development, gaining hands-on experience with cutting-edge techniques and state-of-the-art fabrication tools.

If you’re excited about helping QuantWare define the future of quantum computing and thrive in a dynamic, innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

The impact of the role

As an R&D Fabrication Engineer at QuantWare, you will be key in refining fabrication routines, optimizing device performance, ensuring the reliability and reproducibility of QuantWare’s QPUs, and exploring novel nanofabricated components. Your role involves exploring new technological solutions and methods to enhance fabrication efficiency, delivering high-performing QPUs that meet industry demands.

Staying ahead in quantum hardware requires constant innovation. As part of the R&D Fabrication team at QuantWare, you will drive advancements in fabrication techniques, improving workflows and implementing cutting-edge methods to keep QuantWare at the forefront of the industry. Your unique perspective and work will be essential in maintaining our competitive edge in driving the advent of the quantum computer.

What are you going to do?

• Continuously improve our fabrication workflow with feedback from our fabrication and characterization team.

• Improve high standard protocol for fabrication of QPUs.

• Investigate new materials, fabrication methods and technological solutions to improve device metrics, yield and reproducibility over time.

• Research and miniaturise nanofabricated superconducting 3D components such as airbridges and TSVs.

• Stay up to date with and implement state-of-the art research in a commercial setting.

What are we offering?

An exciting position within an ambitious and innovative team and being part of the future of Quantum Computing;

• We believe in giving and taking ownership, that’s why you decide the number of vacation days you take;

• Good pension scheme;

• The choice between a public transport business card or travel allowance;

• Indoor & Outdoor team-activities;

• A scale-up environment where you can shape your own role and receive a lot of responsibility;

• International environment: we are an international company, both in terms of employees as well as customers;

• We offer a safe space to experiment, trip, fall and get back up. We have the courage to be vulnerable and learn from experience and feedback.

While we understand the perfect candidate might not exist, if you check most of the boxes below, we’d love to hear from you.

• Nanofabrication and cleanroom experience with E-beam / UV lithography / dry etching / wet etching / thin PVD film deposition methods / diagnostics (2+ yrs, but the more the better)

• MSc in Physics, Electronic Engineering, or a quantum related field (bonus points for a Phd)

• Working with superconducting devices and electronics is a strong plus

• Organisational and planning skills

So, now we've got your attention and interest. Apply! In case you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to our recruiter Arzu Sayin via recruitment@quantware.com. As part of our recruitment process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening.

QuantWare offers a super fast-moving environment and the chance to work with world-leading experts. Being part of QuantWare also entails developing yourself in this fast-growing field, unlimited growth opportunities for employees, a competitive salary and other benefits.

QuantWare is the world’s leading manufacturer of superconducting quantum hardware. We are a high-growth start-up on a mission to accelerate the advent of the quantum computer. Our team of around 50 smart, ambitious colleagues from all over the world thrives in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Our mission is to accelerate the advent of the quantum computer. We design, develop and fabricate state-of-the-art Quantum Processor Units. We are extremely motivated to solve hard problems and make useful quantum computation a reality. We are committed to diversity and work to build an inclusive environment in which all people, regardless of gender, race, religion, or background, can thrive.