Cryogenic RF Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Cryogenic RF Engineer (Intermediate or Senior). Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and characterize cryogenic RF networks, including transmission lines, filters, interconnects, and related hardware
• Model, simulate, analyze, and optimize RF performance using measurement and simulation tools
• Develop validation plans, perform laboratory testing, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement design improvements
• Select materials and manufacturing methods for PCBs, flexible cables, and interconnects used in cryogenic environments
• Collaborate with quantum processor scientists, superconducting IC designers, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to integrate RF systems into quantum computing platforms;
• Work with external vendors to support prototype development and production activities
• Contribute to continuous improvement of RF designs, testing methodologies, and engineering processes
• For senior-level roles, lead technical projects, mentor junior engineers, and influence RF system architecture and engineering best practices

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field with relevant industry or research experience
• Strong knowledge of RF and microwave engineering, including passive devices, transmission line theory, S-parameters, and signal integrity
• Experience using RF test equipment such as vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, arbitrary waveform generators, and time-domain reflectometers
• Experience with EM simulation, circuit simulation, and PCB design tools such as HFSS, ADS, Altium, QUCS, or KiCAD;
• Hands-on experience prototyping, debugging, and troubleshooting RF hardware and PCB assemblies
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills

Preferred:

• Experience with cryogenic systems and low-temperature measurements
• Knowledge of superconducting materials and superconducting circuit design
• Understanding of RF noise analysis and modeling
• Programming experience with Python, Julia, C++, or similar languages

Benefits And Compensation:

• Intermediate salary: CAD $104,000 to $143,000 per year
• Senior salary: CAD $133,000 to $183,000 per year
• Competitive compensation package including base salary, equity, bonus, and comprehensive benefits
• Opportunity to work on industry-leading quantum computing technologies
• Career development, technical leadership opportunities, and collaborative work environment

Other Information:

• Position is based in Burnaby, British Columbia, with a hybrid work arrangement
• Intermediate and Senior hiring levels are determined by qualifications and experience
• No third-party candidates will be accepted;
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and career growth